GE Aerospace · 6 hours ago
Distinguished Technical Fellow – Power & Propulsion Systems - Aerospace Research
Niskayuna
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$220K/yr - $300K/yr
15+ years expGE Aerospace is dedicated to inventing the Future of Flight and ensuring safe aviation. The Distinguished Technical Fellow (DTF) - Power & Propulsion Systems is a technical leader responsible for shaping technology strategy and driving advancements in aerospace power and propulsion technologies while collaborating with various teams.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Drive advancements in aerospace power and propulsion technologies, championing cutting-edge solutions that align with strategic objectives
With vision, shape competitive roadmaps, define technical strategies, and champion major technology programs in areas of strategic pursuit for GE Aerospace and its customers
Collaborate with diverse teams and leverage your extensive network to tackle complex technical challenges and deliver solutions for future power and propulsion systems
Promote collaboration across the GE Aerospace enterprise to align activities with system-level solutions that benefit GE Aerospace and our customers
Coach and mentor a talented team, fostering growth, development, and innovation within the organization
Drive cross-organizational priority conceptualizing and shaping vital technology development strategies for our industry, building partnerships with recognized subject matter experts across academia and the U.S. National Laboratories, and contributing to coordinated efforts to influence federally funded science and technology priorities
Partnering with the DTF community and Technology Directors, drive connectivity across diverse technologists and multiple technologies to shape generational plans and roadmaps for visionary solutions
Provide oversight of technical direction across multiple technology areas ensuring alignment with business goals, stakeholder expectations, and customer needs
Council and mentor researchers and act as champion for the Technical Career Path
Serve as a world class technical resource for the organization on complex critical issues in power and propulsion
Exemplify and champion the GE Purpose and GE Leadership Behaviors – Respect for People, Continuous Improvement, and Customer Focus
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, or bachelor's degree with a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience
Fundamental understanding of power and propulsion as a system and domain knowledge in one or more relevant aerospace disciplines
Proven success in guiding interdisciplinary teams to develop novel breakthrough technologies
Demonstrated ability to champion and shape the strategic direction, define the tactical programs, and ensure the execution of roadmaps
Familiarity with aerospace industry trends, customer needs, and competitive technologies in power and propulsion
Ability to make decisions with confidence when problems or solutions are not well-defined
Excellent communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organization
This position requires U.S. citizenship status
Willingness to obtain active US Government Secret Clearance with ability to attain a Top-Secret Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Must be 18 years or older
Preferred
Doctorate degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related fields with 15+ years of relevant professional experience in a research environment
Subject matter expertise in one or more propulsion technologies including gas turbine engines, jet propulsion, or other relevant aerospace propulsion technologies
Led a module or complete product development effort, including design, build, and test
Familiarity with industry and military regulatory standards
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
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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