Research Engineer - Mechanical Components/Systems - Aerospace Research

Job Description Summary

As a Research Engineer in the GE Aerospace Research Aero-Thermal and Mechanical Systems (ATMS) organization, you will work with the engineering team in the design, analysis, testing, and validation of rotating machinery components for electrical and turbomachinery systems.

GE Aerospace Research will continue to play a vital role in supporting the industry through a historic recovery while shaping the future of flight.

We invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep safe the flying public and the armed forces, and to lift up one another and our communities, remains our north star.

Our purpose is what ties us to one another and gives meaning to our work.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Execute rotating machinery design projects in the aerospace sector.
• Work in the design, analysis, and testing of rotating machinery components and systems including conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, and product implementation.
• Work with other support functions and / or external suppliers to meet project deliverables.
• Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews.
• Provide expertise to help resolve technical challenges across the organization.
• Collaborate in the development of internal and external project proposals and initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and direction across the group to grow overall technical capability and product knowledge in technical focus areas.
• Provide technical development across the organization through effective coaching / mentoring.
• Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.

Required Qualifications :

• PhD or MS with a minimum of 3 years of industrial experience in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Applied Mechanics.
• Experience with the design, analysis (including finite element analysis) and testing of rotating machinery components (e.

g., shafts, bearings, dampers, couplings, seals, gears, etc.) including conceptual design, detailed design, testing, validation, and product implementation.

• Experience with product design constraints, manufacturing techniques and material processing selections in turbomachinery and electrical machines.
• Experience in conceptual design, build up and validation of full-scale rotating machinery incorporating new or experimental technology.
• Experience in conceiving, developing, and carrying out experiments in rotating component hardware and transferring component level tests into full scale hardware solutions.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Execution mindset and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work across all functions / levels as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a global team environment.
• US Citizenship required
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Characteristics :

• Proficiency using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo) and finite element analysis using ANSYS.
• Extensive testing of rotating components, data acquisition, data reduction and design validation. Proficiency using ADRE and LMS data acquisition and reduction systems.
• Experience in system modeling - coupling of fluid, thermal, and structural analyses.
• Rotor support structural design experience.

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on November 18th, 2024

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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.

S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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 : Yes