Hybrid Electric - Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Summary

GE Aviation's Hybrid Electric Mechanical Design team is developing components for future advanced propulsion systems. The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will play a critical role in the Hybrid Electric team, demonstrating leadership in developing advanced technologies, executing business priorities, operational strategy, and engaging across GE globally and with industrial and academic partners. The Lead Design Engineer contributes directly to GE Aviation's hybrid electric capability including the development of the joint NASA Electric Powertrain Flight Demonstrator program and GE's RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) program.

The engineer in this role will be responsible for component hardware design for hybrid electric applications, They will be responsible for the initial concept development, design and analysis, support manufacturing and assembly, as well as test monitoring. They will work with a cross functional team including a global engineering team, supply chain, and project management.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design drivetrain system/components for integration into a Hybrid driveline system to support electrified propulsion.
• Own prototype parts including all aspects of design, analysis, drawings and manufacturing.
• Develop new applications of technology for product development of electrical power generation, conversion, transmission and distribution components and systems for advanced aviation applications.
• Partner with mechanical and thermal, manufacturing and test teams to advance the development of hybrid electric systems.
• May lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity. Communicates difficult concepts and may influence others' options on particular topics. May guide others to consider a different point of view.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' prior work experience in aerospace power generation and conversion products, aviation electrical power system, high frequency electro-magnetic design, embedded controls for power electronics, and transient/dynamic electric system theory and analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college

Desired Characteristics

• Strong technical background in Component Development.
• Previous experience with hybrid electric machines is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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