GE Aerospace · 2 hours ago
Research Engineer - Structural Mechanics/Dynamics - Aerospace Research
Niskayuna
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expGE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace sector, seeking a Research Engineer - Structural Mechanics/Dynamics to perform research and development in structural mechanics and dynamics. The role involves executing design and analysis tasks, participating in experiments, and collaborating with various teams to deliver innovative mechanical design solutions.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Execute design, analysis, and validation of new mechanical components and systems with a wide variety of material compositions (e.g., metals, composites, additive or other complex multi-material structures)
Define requirements and execute design and analysis tasks using proprietary and commercial FEA solvers, analysis systems and databases to predict the structural response of mechanical components and systems
Participate in the definition and execution of experiments to validate analytical results
Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables
Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews. Deliver presentations, reports, and publications to engineering staff, GE businesses and/or external agencies
Provide expertise to help resolve technical challenges across the organization
Collaborate in the development of internal and external project proposals and initiatives
Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment
Qualification
Required
Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline with a strong background in structural design and analysis, or a master's in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines with at least 3 years of experience in structural design and analysis in an industrial environment
Strong technical skills in solid mechanics and finite element methods
Proficiency with commercial packages such as Ansys (including advanced meshing tools and non-linear analysis)
Strong analytical skills
Clear evidence of passion, innovation, and creativity
Execution mindset and sense of urgency
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills in a global team environment
Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team
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
Experienced with structural analysis codes such as ANSYS, LS-DYNA, OptiStruct
Experience with parametric, feature-based geometric modeling, hands-on experience with commercial and CAD packages (NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo, etc.)
Experience with impact and progressive damage simulations
Experience in analysis, fabrication, and testing of composite structures
Experience with design and optimization for additive manufacturing
Experience with product design constraints, manufacturing techniques and material processing
Project leadership experience including successful track record of completing deliverables
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
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
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.01BKey Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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