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GE Aerospace · 5 hours ago

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

GE Aerospace is a leader in aerospace technology, and they are seeking a Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer to take ownership of mechanical system design for small uncrewed propulsion engines. The role involves leading the design and qualification of lubrication systems and bearing architectures, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing program execution and continuous improvement initiatives.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Mechanical Systems Ownership (Concept to Qualification): Lead mechanical system architecture, requirements flow-down, and verification plans for lube systems, bearings, and limited-life components from trade studies through qualification test

Lubrication Systems: Define system requirements; size pumps, jets, passages; select fluids; design scavenge and filtration; complete thermal management analyses; and own FMEAs and fault response strategies

Bearing Design: Architect bearing selections and life calculations; establish preload, fits, lubrication regimes; support rotordynamic and thermal analyses; validate via rig or engine testing and data correlation

Limited-Life Engine Design: Develop design rules and margins tailored to mission profiles; set inspection/retirement intervals; drive affordability and manufacturability for targeted life limits while safeguarding safety

Analysis and Validation: Execute and review hand-calcs and model-based analyses (rotordynamics, tribology, CFD/thermal, reliability); plan and oversee rig/engine testing; define qualification criteria and evidence

Integration and V&V: Lead requirements management, DFMEA/FMECA and traceability; ensure interfaces with airframe, controls, and manufacturing are robust; resolve non-conformances and execute RCCA

Standards and Compliance: Apply relevant aerospace, safety, and export control requirements; define design standards and best practices; ensure configuration control and documentation quality

Program Execution: Build schedules, manage risks, and drive deliverables across design gates; support supply-chain and supplier technical management; contribute to proposals, ROMs, and design-to-cost tradeoffs

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements across design, analysis, and test workflows; mentor early-career engineers; promote a culture of safety, quality, and learning following FLIGHT DECK standards

Qualification

Lubrication systemsBearing designRotor dynamicsThermal analysisReliability engineeringCAD/PLM toolsCFD/FEM familiarityTechnical leadershipCross-functional collaborationClear communication

Required

BS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering (MS preferred) with at least 3 years' experience in turbomachinery or small propulsion systems; demonstrated ownership from concept to qualification

Expertise in lubrication systems and bearing design for high-speed rotating machinery; proficiency with rotor dynamics, tribology, thermal analysis, and reliability engineering

Proven technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, supplier engagement, and clear communication of technical decisions, risks, and trade study outcomes

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))