Job Description SummaryGE is seeking a Senior Staff RCS Engineer –Signature Program Lead with experience and leadership in leading Radar Cross Section production efforts. The Senior Staff Engineer demonstrates accountability & provides technical leadership and mentoring across the organization in Electromagnetic (EM) / Radar Cross Section (RCS) methods and technologies for assigned inlet and/or exhaust systems.
The candidate will be responsible for leading design meetings, architecting RCS test plans, and will act as the primary focal for RCS design and production on a major New Product Initiative for Edison Works. The role will be responsible for leading a team of RCS design and test engineers entering a critical design and model test phase. Includes potential activities such as contributing to the design and development of RCS scope for the program, heavy customer interaction involving requirements and design execution, leading technical reviews and providing the technical path for RCS. The candidate will have an opportunity to shape the team and the direction of the product as we enter manufacturing and deployment phases of the program.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

Act as signature prime engineering focal to internal and external customers regarding RCS engineering design and test approaches for a major New Product Initiative  Participate on cross-functional teams assigned to validate RCS hardware design against multiple requirementsExecute, with limited guidance, the test roadmap and design approach for the RCS team across the programProvide technical guidance, including test environment guidance, RCS component and system level test planning, and integration support for fielded hardwareArticulate test plans and RCS design requirements to business leadership, program focals and external customersAssist organizational discussions regarding the RCS engineering logistics and support vision for the programDemonstrates fundamental understanding of RCS design and what is required to field an RCS-compliant productMonitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developmentsInterface directly with customers and travel onsite, as needed, to ensure program successHas an expert understanding in setup and running RCS design and analysis simulations required for pre-test prediction and design validationAssist with any follow on proposals, helping shape requirements and technical volumes

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited University or CollegeA minimum of 8 years of experience working with RCS engineering, design, and testMust be a US Citizen and must be able to obtain and hold a Top Secret Clearance.Has experience leading RCS teams on product development

Desired

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited University or CollegeExperience with RCS computational electromagnetic (CEM) tools for full wave and asymptotic/ray trace analysis is requiredSignificant background and experience of RCS scattering phenomenology of engine related component hardware experience associated with the design, analysis, and testing of RCS models and hardware is required.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of RCS near-field & far-field physics & radar range test measurementsDirect customer interface experience with the ability to act in the best interest of the RCS team and its customersStrong oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to influence others and lead small teamsEffective problem identification and solution skillsProven analytical and organizational ability

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