Staff Engineer - Mechanical Design - Airfoils

I00162 GE India Industrial Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace Bangalore Engineering Center is seeking a Staff Engineer - Mechanical Design with extensive experience in airfoil design for the GE9X HPC module. The role involves design, analysis, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver performance improvements, durability, and producibility enhancements across cold and hot sections of engines.

Ideal candidates have 12+ years in mechanical design or FEA for rotating parts in aerospace, with strong communication skills and

Qualifications

• Strong engineering problem solving capabilities.
• Strong project management skills including cross-functional coordination of activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Execute design and analysis activities for High Pressure Compressor airfoils for GE9X program.
• Lead technical projects with moderate to high complexity through collaboration.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers.
• Leverage digital tools & analyze data insights to drive actions.

Skills

Engineering problem solving

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD/MTech/MS/BE in Mechanical/Aerospace

Job description

Job Description Summary

This opening is for a Staff Engineer - Mechanical Design - Airfoils in GE9X HPC module within High Pressure Compressor section at GE Aerospace Bangalore Engineering Center. Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components. You will be required to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team including but not limited to Supply chain, Assembly, Systems, Programs, Manufacturing Programs, Quality, Repairs, PSE, Materials and other functional teams to achieve the desired outcome for the module.

Job Description Company Overview

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!

Site Overview

Established in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is our multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.

Role Overview

• Execute the design, analysis, evaluation of High Pressure Compressor airfoils for GE9X program using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Execute design and analysis activities for airfoils of High Pressure compressor module for GE9X program working on, but not limited to, non-conformances of parts in shop, collaborate with PSE for developing field plan, performance improvements, durability and producibility improvements.
• Lead technical projects with moderate to high complexity through collaboration.
• Foster and inspire a collaborative work style and display team-oriented behavior with proactive communication internally and externally.
• Leverage digital tools & analyze the data insights to drive appropriate actions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
• Provide engineering support, within one’s specialty, to teams working on performance, durability, cost reduction and quality initiatives.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline.
• Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
• Leverage expertise to resolve problems in the field or during the manufacturing processes.
• Make recommendations after analysis of the data using quality tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors /Masters/PhD in Mechanical Engineering specialization with strong academic track record.
• 12+ years of relevant experience on Mechanical design/hardware ownership/ Finite element analysis of rotating parts preferably in aircraft engine/gas turbine domain.
• Strong engineering problem solving capabilities.
• Strong project management skills including cross-functional coordination of activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization both internally and externally.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

Execute design and analysis activities for structural and rotating parts of cold and hot sections modules of engines for issue resolution, performance improvements, cost/weight reduction, Durability and producibility improvements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute design and analysis activities for structural and rotating parts of cold and hot sections modules of engines for issue resolution, performance improvements, cost/weight reduction, Durability and producibility improvements.
• Drive and deliver on cost, performance & weight targets.
• Should collaborate with PSE for developing field plan.
• Should network & establish strong connections with Commodity CTHs, Cross functional teams viz. Supply Chain, Repair, MAE, CTPs and Shop technical teams to develop strategies for achieving the desired outcomes.
• Foster and inspire a collaborative work style and display team-oriented behavior with proactive communication internally and externally.
• Provide technical guidance & mentor engineers in team.
• Leverage digital tools & analyze the data insights to drive appropriate actions.

Required Qualifications

• PhD/MTech /MS/BTech/BE in Mechanical/Aerospace 12+ years of relevant experience on Mechanical design/hardware ownership/ Finite element analysis of rotating parts preferably in aircraft engine/gas turbine domain.
• In-depth understanding of mechanical design fundamentals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Ability to navigate through uncertainties and define the path for the teams.

Desired Characteristics

• Exposure to Heat transfer analysis, Lifing methodologies, Manufacturing processes will be added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Lead initiatives of moderate to complex scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organizational ability.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.