Job Description Summary

The Turbine Aerodynamics Engineer will report to the Turbine Aerodynamics Manager and be responsible for designing GE Aviation’s next generation of turbine components and associated technologies. Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of demonstrating through test or analyses the performance and implementation potential of a concept.

Job Description

• Complete aerodynamic design and analysis of high- and low-pressure turbine components
• Develop advanced aerodynamic technology to improve engine performance and durability
• Analyze component and engine test data to validate aerodynamic designs
• Cultivate advanced skills in aerodynamic design, including use of cutting-edge numerical and experimental techniques
• Develop analytical tools/software to improve aerodynamic design and predictive capabilities
• Formulate and execute plans to achieve technical and program requirements
• Develop lean processes to improve organizational productivity and efficiency

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in aerodynamics, aero-thermal, or aeromechanics and a minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience. 

OR

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in aerodynamics, aero-thermal, or aeromechanics.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering relevant to turbomachinery aerodynamics with minimum of 2 years of engineering experience OR Doctorate Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering focused on aerodynamics/compressible flows
• Knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and/or aerodynamic testing techniques
• Self-starter, utilizing innovative problem solving to drive solutions on complex issues
• Flexible, friendly, and inclusive; comfortable working in multi-disciplinary global teams
• Demonstrated group facilitation and collaboration skills
• Exceptional communication skills, comfortable preparing and giving impactful technical presentations
• Highly motivated and passionate
• Keen listener and innately driven to succeed

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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