Composites Design Staff Engineer - Integrated Manufacturing Engineering

Job Description Summary

The Integrated Manufacturing Engineering (formerly Production Technologies) Department is looking for experienced composite design engineers that are interested in working in a cross-functional environment that is focused on delivering high quality aerospace composite hardware to meet our customers' needs and business demands. Within this role you will have the opportunity to support all composite hardware applications across our entire legacy commercial engine fleet, you will work closely with internal and external composite suppliers and the essential cross-functional domestic and global teams that support hardware production.

Typical job functions include, but are not limited to, assessing the quality of new make hardware, supplier process qualification against the critical design functions of our hardware, waste reduction efforts to improve producibility and the quality of hardware, development of breakthrough technologies to improve production of composite hardware through process and / or material developments, etc. This role is critical to the success of GE Aerospace to serve our customers and meet essential business commitments. With a breadth of exposure to the diverse portfolio of GE Aerospace composite applications across the business.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Developing specialized knowledge in the design, performance and production of composite hardware.
• Has awareness of latest technical developments within aerospace composites.
• Contributes towards strategy, best practices, and ensures delivery of commercial composite hardware to meet the demands of our customers.
• Possesses 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 expertise and responsibility. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and 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.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Aerospace, Materials or Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an aerospace or mechanical engineering position.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience and expertise in the application of composite materials to Aerospace / Aviation hardware to meet critical design functionality.
• Experience leading and mentoring less experienced engineers.
• Familiarity with multiple methods of producing composite hardware using aerospace composite materials.
• In depth understanding of quality processes used to assess and control composite hardware.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulatory agencies (FAA / EASA) and how to interpret and apply certification requirements to the design of composite hardware.
• Experience in the development and interpretation of finite element analysis models.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No