Aeroderivative Controls Engine Modeling Principal Engineer (CTH)

Job Description Summary

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Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is providing more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today and building the energy technologies of the future.

This controls engineering position in the Aero Controls Systems Technology organization is responsible for strong technical leadership to create and adapt transient models to support integration with Aero Package Software for existing and new functionalities.

Selected candidate will drive customer fulfillment excellence and lead technical complex design, working across a global technology team focused on package & Core controls development.

The selected individual shall be involved in long-term planning & development of Aero engineering process, performance, validation, and commissioning Package and Core control systems for Aero and NPI Technology development.

This role, in addition to closely collaborating with our internal & external customers, is critical in driving a team culture of technical system & domain depth, contemporary leadership, on time quality execution and strong customer-focused mindset.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

In this role, the individual shall contribute to the Vernova Aero Gas Power business priorities while guiding the execution of complex projects across the global engineering teams and responsible for strategy, portfolio planning, requirements management, design, and implementation into production of GT & Core controls projects, covering the full Aero GT and Core development strategy.

The Principal Aero Controls Modeling Engineer will be responsible to develop high fidelity models for bleed and variable geometry actuation, fuel system actuation and gas volume dynamics.

Modeling duties includes:

• Implement a genetic optimization algorithm to characterize high fidelity models to a specific engine
• Review, analyze and test field data
• Adapt NPSS steady state performance models, to provide them transient capabilities
• Develop a Simulink-NPSS simulation environment for Aero Engines
• Adapt existing Fortran based model into a Simulink based model with capabilities to be deployed on a MarkVIe.

Addition to Modeling, Principal Aero Controls Modeling Engineer will participate on the development software configuration for testing support and data acquisition creating tools for this purpose, provide assistance on the Performance match on models vs data field, etc..

When assigned to a project/ program, the selected candidate will be responsible for Technical & Schedule Risk Identification and Mitigation across complete Controls Scope in close collaboration with Controls & Systems CTH.

The selected candidate may be responsible for one or more projects/ programs. The overall goal of the role is the 'make the project successful'.

In addition, the selected candidate is expected to:

• Empowered project level decision maker
• Project ownership from ITO-COD for high-risk complex projects as defined by internal risk review
• Support ITO/ Proposal efforts
• Work and Lead in an Agile software methodology
• Support and influence product requirements definition
• Lead globally and be accountable for overall Control System Requirements definition and management.
• Drive overall Architecture, top level design, verification, validation, and commissioning requirements Ensure adequate system function, performance, interface, reliability, maintainability and safety requirements, goals and margins are defined and managed.
• Support & influence comprehensive test plans for system verification and validation, new article, and customer system Software Acceptance Tests (SwATs), site pre-operation, startup, and commissioning.
• Coordinate flow down of internal and external customer requirements/ tasks Lead and promote customer discussions/reviews for an improved controls solution and customer experience and expectations.
• Demonstrate System Level thinking Lead fulfillment teams with an inclusive adaptable style - able to quickly learn diverse and varying organizational interfaces with professional astuteness and agility
• Collaborate with and maintain close, responsive, and productive working relationships with internal GE groups as well as with external customers. Responsible for establishing Controls credibility and brand.
• Be accountable for Controls cost and schedule targets working with functional managers.
• Provide clear communication to the team and the business leaders.

Basic QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Control, electrical, Mechatronics or related Engineering
• Design experience in Core & GT Operability with a minimum of 10-12 years of Experience on MarkVIe, Simulink and other Control platforms inclusive of software tools development Matlab, Fortran, C++ expertise.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES:

• Experience in design & application of power generation controls, electrical, or accessory systems.
• Knowledge on Aerospace Core software design practices and Technical writing expertise.
• 10+ years of Controls system integration experience
• Aero Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine and/or Plant controls knowledge/Simulink experienced

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $127,900.00 - 213,100.00 USD Annual.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This Senior Professional Band position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus.

The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. This position will stay open on the career website until at least November 6th. 2024

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

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