Compression Aerodynamics Lead Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Aerospace Engineer will work within the Commercial Fan & Compressor Aerodynamics team to perform aerodynamic design and test of fans, boosters/LPCs, and high-pressure compressors, as well as related compression aerodynamic components. In this role you will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including airframers, global partners, leadership staff, and the broader compression aero team to provide aerodynamic performance assessments of gas turbine engine components and commercial aviation propulsion systems. You will support advanced programs such as technologies related to CFM RISE, as well as legacy fielded products such as GE90 or GEnx.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute, with guidance from senior engineering resources, aerodynamic analysis, design, test, and integration functions required to define and support components, assemblies, and systems that meet business and program / product requirements
• Prepare and present technical information to internal and external customers
• Perform computational fluid dynamics (CFD) studies including geometry modification, meshing, solver execution, post-processing, and interpretation of the CFD results
• Use and develop in-house engineering tools to perform aerodynamic evaluations, such as Tacoma CFD solver
• Plan and execute test programs achieving test objectives to technical requirements within schedule and budget constraints
• Document and communicate aero design, analysis, and test data results
• Share engineering information, lessons learned, and promote open dialogue
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in compression aerodynamics
• Minimum of 3 years of related turbomachinery experience

Desired Characteristics

• Advanced Degree (MS/PhD) in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in engine or aircraft aerodynamic design, CFD, or test support
• Familiarity with CAD software, meshing, and CFD tools
• Demonstrated passion for the aviation industry
• Highly motivated and passionate with excellent communication skills
• Proven teaming and collaboration capability

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