Lead Engineer - Testing Specialist - Mechanical Design, Signal Transmission

Job Description Summary

Mechanical Design Engineers on the Signal Transmission team are hardware owners responsible for the design, analysis, procurement, and assembly of rotating and stationary hardware required for the integration of Signal Transmission devices (Slip Rings and Telemetry) into test engines and component rigs.

Design responsibilities include detailed 3D modeling of new hardware, collaboration with engine and facility counterparts to define interfaces (Fan, MSE, TSD, TEH, etc.), and coordination with signal transmission device suppliers to ensure capability. All designs are assessed against applicable Design Practices, with sufficient analysis to progress through Design Reviews. Typical projects require stress and modal assessments using FEA, bolted joint analysis, stack‑ups, crack propagation, and more.

Post‑design responsibilities include working with Drafting to issue part drawings, issuing POs through Sourcing, supporting suppliers through their manufacturing process, providing assembly oversight, assisting with signal transmission device check‑out and/or calibration, and monitoring during test.

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for assigned projects or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, or other relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three years of design engineering or scientific or other technical experience.
• 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.

• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.
• Willingness to learn about slip ring and telemetry data transfer.
• Familiarity with NX or similar modeling software.
• Ability to manage program deliverables and schedule.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• At least five additional years of experience in an engineering position.

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, asylee, or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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:
No