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GE Aerospace · 23 hours ago

Lead Engineer - Aerodynamics

GE Aerospace is focused on inventing the future of flight and ensuring safe travel. As a Lead Engineer in Aerodynamics, you will develop prediction methods and technologies to enhance the performance of various aerospace products, while leading research and development efforts for next generation aircraft technologies.

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Responsibilities

Independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary project team lead and execute tasks to develop technologies for next generation aircraft engines
Lead and participate in high fidelity computational analyses (e.g., Large Eddy Simulations) to guide design improvements in installed propulsor aerodynamics, aero-mechanics and aero-acoustics. You may use both proprietary and commercial CFD and multiphysics solvers
Develop ideas and concepts to improve aerodynamic, aero-mechanical and aero-acoustic performance and operability of propulsor components
Patent your inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals
Lead and participate in validation & verification efforts to advance computational methodologies and/or to demonstrate new technologies. This may require working with experimentalists to ensure high quality data acquisition
Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews. Communicate status reports and deliver presentations and publications to GE Aerospace Research and Engineering staff as well as external agencies
Provide expertise to help resolve technical challenges across the organization

Qualification

AerodynamicsComputational Fluid DynamicsHigh-fidelity simulationsProgramming FORTRANProgramming C++Programming PythonMeshingSimulation toolsAnalytical skillsInnovationTeam collaborationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsCreativity

Required

Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines with at least 3 years of relevant experience
Experience and knowledge of aerodynamics and high-fidelity Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methods to model flows in and around aircraft engine components
Ability to investigate, model and provide critical insight into complex physical flow phenomena
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Good communication skills and ability to interface with senior leaders and customers with clarity and confidence. Previous experience leading and managing projects, stakeholders and funding is a plus
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
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Preferred

At least 5 years of post-PhD industrial or research experience in two or more of the following areas: turbomachinery aerodynamics, aero-mechanics, aero-acoustics, high-fidelity simulations of aircraft or propulsion systems
Experience in meshing & using engineering simulation/analysis tools (e.g., Fluent) to model flows in aircraft engine components
Excellent programming skills including expertise with FORTRAN, C++ and Python
Passion for science and technology and clear evidence of innovation and creativity
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

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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