As a Thermal Systems Design Engineer you will report to the Thermal Systems Engineering Manager, and define and deliver solutions for the LEAP-1A and LEAP-1B engines. In this role you will be responsible for and conduct secondary flow analyses and tests to define and optimize the design of a variety of hot section components including NPI projects. You will be using heat transfer and fluid mechanics analysis tools, be involved in rig testing, and monitor and assess engine testing. You will contribute to new product introduction, improving existing products, and resolving manufacturing issues with mechanical design engineers.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Engineering activities relating to the sciences of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.
- Develop and apply knowledge of the movement of air as a fluid through complex mechanical systems and the exchange of thermal energy between components.
- Execute the analysis, design, test, and integration of assigned components or systems to meet product requirements and business standards.
- Proven interpersonal skills. Ability to provide informal guidance to less experienced team members
- Participate on teams assigned to address engineering and organizational initiatives.
- Collaborate with others by sharing information to solve problems and promote open dialogue. Communicate openly and clearly with other team members from other disciplines.
- Prepare, present, and/or review technical data with internal and external customers.
- Assure proper documentation of technical data consistent with engineering policies.
- Resolve issues using established procedures. Consult with supervisor or more senior team members as needed for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering role
- 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.
Desired Characteristics
- Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering with emphasis in heat transfer or fluid mechanics
- Demonstrated experience with design, test, and analysis tools relating to thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, flow networks, or heat transfer
- Effective problem identification and solution skills
- Experience with gas turbine design and GEs thermal tools like Flo-simulator
- Ability to plan, execute, and document engineering activities and coordinate several projects simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Shares critical information, speaks with candor, and contributes constructively
- Ability to work independently. Demonstrated interest and experience in technical mentorship.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and leadership skills, with ability to influence others.
- Creativity and initiative to improve products and processes.
- Prior experience with NGT and Flowsimulator
Additional Job Description
Additional Information
Compensation Grade
LPB1
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
