Job Description Summary
Edison Works, the military business unit of GE Aerospace, is on the front line of developing advanced technology to support our nation’s defense. If you enjoy a technology-rich environment developing the next generation of aviation products, this role is for you! The Next Generation Products team is responsible for all future advanced military New Product Introduction (NPI) programs developing from GE Aerospace’s investments in science and technology. This role is advanced Repair Engineering role for significant NPI programs, specifically focused on developing a strategy for components repairs and maintenance on future military propulsion products.
Edison Works advanced repair engineering role is accountable for developing and executing repair technologies and processes to support Logistics and sustainment strategy during the NPI phase for Next Gen programs, and ensure technologies are matured by Initial service release (ISR). In this role, you will collaborate with a large cross-functional team including Design Engineering, Technologists, Logistics and Sustainment, and our external stakeholders to meet Logistics needs for the future. Building Innovative repair processes and capabilities to aid the maintainers and increase the capabilities at the flight line and at the depot.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional area(s) of expertise, be involved in long-term planning and contribute to the overall business strategy. See GE Aerospace Engineering Handbook EH-1.1.11 Controlled Titles for additional detail.
- Lead and shape the scope, schedules, coordination, and execution of advanced repair technologies and integration for advanced programs to meet customer requirements.
- Development of repair and inspection technologies, process qualification, industrialization.
- Maintain an active role in developing and defining the state of the art in own technical specialty to anticipate, apply, adapt or develop technologies for product introduction, quality, performance, cost improvements and problem resolution in meeting current and future business needs including adherence to schedules and estimated costs.
- Provide technical consultation on product problems throughout the business including supplier and fleet support.
- Serves as best practice/quality resource.
- Has awareness of latest technical developments in own area. Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.
- Acts as a resource and mentor for colleagues with less experience.
- Lead and guide projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
- Advance new technologies for engine maintenance, inspections and repairs and collaborate with GE-Global research and Commercials services team in developing innovative technologies.
- Identify potential risks and develop and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
- Lead advanced Repairs Design reviews and coordinate with logistics & sustainment forums to share technical progress and milestones.
- Shape and contribute to technical solutions that align next generation warfighter needs with applicable technology development roadmaps.
- Develop standard work, operating metrics, and supporting analyses to drive execution and corrective actions.
- Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
- Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external GE customers.
- Assist in developing new business opportunities by leading and contributing to proposal efforts.
- Prepare invention disclosures to protect technology that gives the business a competitive advantage, as well as protecting the intellectual property rights of the company.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Engineering from accredited university or college.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering repairs and/or technical program management role.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level or higher.
- Due to security requirements, this position must be able to work a full-time in the office schedule.
Desired Characteristics:
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or college.
- Experience with engine/aircraft integration, engine component/systems design, engine performance, engine controls, and vehicle power/thermal systems.
- Demonstrated ability to conceive and promote new possibilities and drive teams to deliver.
- Experience with engine maintenance, inspection, analytics, and product support.
- Experience working with DoD customer and processes.
- Experience managing DoD EVM projects.
- Active DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level or higher.
- Strong track record of ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated leadership and customer interface skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead by influence.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
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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
