Job Description Summary
Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Executes standard operational/technical tasks typically subject to instructions and work routines. There is latitude to rearrange the sequence to complete task/duties based on changing work situations.
Design engineer will be a part of the Advanced Mechanical Design team, responsible for the mechanical design activities on Booster design, validation, hardware releases and test support for technology demonstrator rigs.
Job Description
GE Aerospace has an advanced engineering center located in İstanbul, Kartal, complemented by cutting-edge laboratories in Gebze, Kocaeli. Our offices in İstanbul and Ankara provide essential support to commercial and defense engines across the country. Our highly skilled engineers at the Türkiye Technology Center contribute to GE Aerospace’s engineering work on indigenous programs, new engine programs, software development, and additive manufacturing, supporting the country’s position as an advanced aerospace hub. We are committed to a culture based on respect for people and provide professional growth opportunities for our employees. Join us and find an opportunity to shape the future of flight.
Role Overview:
- Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work would include mechanical and/or electrical engineering for all products
- Broadening knowledge of own technical discipline to execute policy/strategy. May include support roles with specialized technical field of knowledge; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills.
- Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
- May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
- A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills and may be required to lead a junior team. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Explains technical information to others.
The Ideal Candidate:
An ideal candidate has proven experience in the aerospace industry with a strong project management skillset. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to achieving results in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications:
- BSc and/or MSc in Mechanical or Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited college or university
- At least 3 years of experience in mechanical component design engineering
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated skills, familiarity or ability to learn CAD modelling and simulation tools
- Strong cross-functional teaming, coordination and communication skills
- Highly motivated, self-starter who is passionate about inventing the next generation of aviation technology
- Demonstrated accountability, ownership skills and diligence in meeting commitments within tight and fluctuation schedules
- Ability to guide and influence others
Preferred Qualifications:
- Mechanical design experience in relevant industry positions (aviation, defense, automotive, energy, home appliances, etc)
- Knowledge of different engine platforms and architectures, able to make meaningful benchmarking to leverage
- Creativity, able to demonstrate multi-skilled execution
- Ability to work in a dynamic and fluctuating environment with flexible attitude
- Ability to right-size, delivering results and concepts with the calibrated level of assessments
- Highly motivated, self-starter who is passionate about inventing the next generation of aviation technology
- Ability to work with multiple global organizations and program leaders collaboratively
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
GE Aerospace Türkiye offers you the following:
Strong inclusive and diverse company culture
Being part of dynamic team
Hybrid working opportunity
Flexible benefit plan
Enhanced paternity leave
Health insurance with wide coverage including spouse and children
Fitness Benefit
Life Assurance
Employee Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No