Job Description SummaryThe Lead Engineer – Preliminary Design Mechanical Competitive Assessment will work with Edison Works Project & Engineering Systems to assess competitor’s products against GE’s offerings. They will model novel & derivative systems, execute design space trade studies, and assess concept strengths and weaknesses to influence GE strategic focus areas, customer requirements & proposal evaluation criteria, and to help prioritize GE technology investments.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

In the role of Lead Engineer - Preliminary Design Mechanical Competitive Assessment, you will complete competitive assessment studies that are a critical part of GE’s product strategy, which shapes business decisions on what market spaces we want to compete in and how we design our products to succeed across the whole Defense and Systems portfolio.  Employees in the engineering competitive assessment role will use competitive intelligence and insights to shape our product strategy, inform leadership on the competitive landscape, and improve our understanding of competitor technical strengths and weaknesses. This will include using physics-based modeling tools unique to the preliminary design environment.  In this role you will develop both technical and strategic skills to assess competitor engines and provide insights to improve GE’s market position.

Additionally, in the role of Lead Engineer – Preliminary Design Mechanical Competitive Assessment, your responsibilities will include:

Build & execute mechanical models of competitor concept & derivative enginesPrepare and deliver presentations for leadership to help shape strategyCoordinate with a cross-functional team of adjacent disciplines (aero, mechanical, systems) to assess technology capability & maturityExecute the analysis / evaluation of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirementsEnsure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and / or tasks consistent with engineering policies and proceduresProvide timely communications on significant issues or developmentsParticipate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and / or tasksParticipate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited University or CollegeMinimum of 3 years of experience in an aerospace or mechanical engineering positionCurrent secret clearance desired. Ability to obtain secret clearance required.

Desired Characteristics

Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited college or universityMinimum of 5 years of experience in an aerospace or mechanical engineering positionExperience estimating weight, cost, and cycle design parameters early in engine development programsExperience with Teamcenter & NX ManagerExperience with military PD toolsCurrent Secret US security clearanceStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to guide and influence othersDemonstrated process orientation in approach to workExposure to both military and commercial engine design requirementsProblem analysis and resolution skillsSystems thinking

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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 Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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