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GE Aerospace · 1 day ago

Senior Staff Engineer - Systems Engineering: Risk & Weight Focal

GE Aerospace is at the forefront of developing advanced technology for national defense, and they are seeking a Senior Staff Engineer focused on Systems Engineering for risk and weight management. The role involves leading technical risk management for the Next Gen Products program and providing guidance to the engineering community while ensuring effective communication and project execution.

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Responsibilities

Technical risk & weight management leader for the Next Gen Products program
Manage technical program risk, collaborate with cost & project risk focals, provide guidance & support to broader engineering community, and provide regular reports to leadership & customer
Support the structured burndown of risk in the product development process
Maintain running ledger for status & projected product weight, balance weight objective with risks/opportunities, & provide regular reports to leadership & customer
Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project
Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues
Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering
Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAeronautical EngineeringRisk ManagementSystems IntegrationEngine CertificationTechnical LeadershipEngineering JudgmentComputer ProficiencyInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering (or a similar discipline focused on mechanical design or aerothermal sciences) from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 6 years of experience in an engineering position
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance

Preferred

US DoD risk management experience
Engineering experience in GE Aerospace systems integration or similar systems engineering role
Experience in engine certification or qualification
Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and leadership skills
High level of computer proficiency
Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering related to turbomachinery design, testing, or systems engineering
Talented, highly motivated with good engineering judgment
Effective in contributing in a structured, cross functional team work environment

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Company

GE Aerospace

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GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.01B
Key Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO

Leadership Team

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Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
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H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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