Job Description Summary
Engineering is at the heart of our work, and our Services Technology team is driving solutions to challenges wherever they arise. We approach issues and challenges with a holistic view by actively investigating, problem-solving, and exploring innovative approaches. What makes this process unique is that it goes beyond simply designing hardware improvements or conducting data analysis. Instead, our team takes ownership of the entire process, collaborating internally to see solutions through from start to finish.
We are seeking a mid-level Innovation and Technology Reliability Engineer professional to join our team, focusing on technology development and program management. This role involves collaborating with the Research & Development teams to transform innovative ideas into concepts, prototypes, and ultimately, market-ready products. The position emphasizes access tooling, on-engine repair, durability improvements, and escalation avoidance. The ideal candidate will have expertise in tool development, and innovation, with additional skills in 3D printing, CAD design, and engineering design methodologies that emphasize iterative problem-solving, experimentation, and customer-focused solutions.
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Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
As the Innovation and Technology Reliability Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and advancing technology solutions within the Services Technology domain. You will work closely with the Research & Development (R&D) team to conceptualize, prototype, and develop cutting-edge tools and technologies that enhance access tooling, on-engine repair, durability improvements, and escalation avoidance. This position requires a strong technical background in material and coating applications, including general knowledge of CMC manufacturing and EBC coatings. Tool development, innovation mindset, as well as proficiency in 3D printing and CAD design will also be beneficial. Candidate will also leverage engineering design principles and methodologies that emphasize iterative development, experimentation, and customer-focused problem-solving to ensure the successful execution of projects.
- Responsible for developing and managing cross functional, technology led, or product focused programs. Manages budgets and interfaces with contractors, suppliers, customers and internal functions. Manages program resource and budget allocation/integration. Manages schedule, budget, and tollgate process for NPI, requisition, or sustaining programs. Influences the programs to meet customer CTQs.
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
- Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.
Key Responsibilities
Technology Development:
- Collaborate with the R&D team to identify and develop innovative solutions for access tooling, on-engine repair, durability improvements, and escalation avoidance.
- Translate ideas into concepts, prototypes, and products that meet customer needs and industry standards.
- Use iterative development processes to refine solutions based on testing and feedback.
Program Management:
- Manage technology development programs, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and alignment with business objectives.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive project execution and resolve technical challenges.
- Prioritize customer needs and feedback throughout the development lifecycle.
Problem Solving:
- Ability to understand and correctly identify a problem by working to qualify the issue and come up with a valuable solution.
- Understanding trends, evaluating the need/pain point, and putting action in place to close gaps.
- Experiment with new approaches and technologies to drive innovation.
Engineering Design and Methodologies:
- Apply engineering design principles to guide the development process, including iterative problem-solving and experimentation.
- Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and performance evaluations to ensure project success.
- Focus on delivering solutions that address customer pain points and add measurable value.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and customer support, to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.
- Communicate project updates, technical findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- 3+ years of experience in an engineering environment or technology development, program management, or a related role.
- 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
- Engineering background or technician experience in a technology development or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of material and coating applications, tool development, and innovation.
- Proficiency in 3D printing and CAD design tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
- Familiarity with engineering design principles, including iterative development and customer-focused problem-solving.
- Design and develop advanced tools and technologies for engine repair and maintenance.
- Experiment with new approaches and technologies to drive innovation in tooling and repair solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- 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.
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)).
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
