[Hiring] CMC Mechanical Analysis Lead Engineer @GE Aerospace

Role Description

This role is within the Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) Commercial Mechanical Analysis team, where you will be analyzing CMC components within the combustion and high-pressure-turbine (HPT) module of the GE9X commercial turbofan engine. The team also supports fielded commercial engines (LEAP-1A and -1B) as well as New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs with CMC components.

The Lead Engineer will be responsible for supporting and leading mechanical analysis projects for CMC hot section hardware and/or interfacing metallic components with specific focus on manufacturing support (MRB), field findings, and durability. Tasks will include:

• Performing stress analyses and life analyses on these components using finite-element-analysis (FEA) software as well as proprietary post-processing tools.
• Accountable for the quality of own work and reliant on guidance from supervisor and technical mentors.
• Consistent collaboration and communication with hardware owners, thermal systems design team, and material behaviors teams.
• Moderate level of autonomy, working directly with team lead or controlled title holder and component hardware lead.

Evendale, OH location is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years design engineering experience).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Ceramic Matrix Composites or Manufacturing related role.

Requirements

• Attention to detail, and ability to document and execute programs.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; experience in influencing and leading small teams.
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously with demonstrated project management experience.
• Effective problem-solving, analytical skills, and ability to make appropriate risk-based decisions.
• Willingness to learn and highly motivated to work with new technologies.
• Experience in using Finite-Element-Analysis software (e.g. Ansys) and related pre-processing tools (e.g. Hypermesh, NX).
• Experience in GE Aerospace’s CMC-specific mechanical analysis tools, practices and methodologies.
• Knowledge of jet engine fundamentals, CMC functionality, or composite analysis.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits including the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching 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 Description

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.