Advanced Programs – Hot Structures Design Manager

GE Aerospace; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan with 401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance provided

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GE Aerospace, Lynn AP, is recruiting for a Hot Structures Design Manager to lead a small team in mechanical design and development of hot structures for a next‑gen product. You will guide IPT efforts across engineering disciplines and manage design life cycles, including analysis, manufacturing support and testing.

The role emphasizes developing people, collaboration, and ensuring on‑time reviews while balancing program requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 7 years of engineering experience in relevant design engineering position.
• Must obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hot structures design, analysis, and test using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and influence outcomes balancing input from cross functional teams and design requirements.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and engineering judgment to solve complex tasks or problems across engineering, project management, or manufacturing.
• Share specialized knowledge in hot structures design or relevant mechanical design experience.
• Assess internal and external business challenges associated with hot structures design and overall program.
• Lead daily management activities and develop action plans as needed to respond to issues/problems.
• Serve as the IPT lead for the hot structures. Prepare and present module design reviews with internal and external customers.

Skills

Hot structures design

Mechanical design

Team leadership

ANSYS

Unigraphics NX

GD&T

Project management

Security clearance

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics NX

Finite Element Analysis software

Job description

Job Description Summary

About GE Aerospace:

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, curiosity, and unique ideas. Most importantly, you will share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

About The Position

Lynn Advanced Programs (AP) is a brand-new organization with the mission of inventing the future of flight and advancing propulsion capability for the next generation of military applications. Lynn AP supports a wide range of engineering activities including design, analysis, and testing across new, derivative, and existing engines.

The hot structures design manager will lead a small team of direct reports ranging from early career to experienced engineers that will execute mechanical design and development of hot structures on a next generation product. The hot structures design manager will also serve as the integrated product team (IPT) leader responsible for the overall design of the hot structures including collaboration with adjacent disciplines and modules to deliver a successful design while balancing requirements. A high level of operational judgement will be required to achieve project outcomes. Together, the hot structures team will execute a range of design life cycle activities including mechanical design, analysis, manufacturing support, and testing. This role is best suited for an experienced engineer with a passion for developing people and solving new or complex design problems that require a collaborative approach across multiple engineering disciplines. Working effectively in person and across geographic sites or with adjacent organizations will be necessary for successful design execution. In addition to design responsibilities, the manager will provide development opportunities and career navigation guidance to direct reports.

Working At Our Lynn Facility

Come and elevate your career in a facility that combines a rich tradition of aviation technology with a deep commitment to the future of flight. The GE Aerospace manufacturing site in Lynn designs, produces, assembles, and tests military and commercial aircraft engines and components. With 1.6 million square feet of manufacturing space, we’re making a huge contribution to the future of flight! The Lynn facility is the birthplace of the very first jet engine in 1942 and continues building upon this legacy with a deeply knowledgeable team building quality engines. Additionally, GE Aerospace has invested more than $100 million in facility improvements in the last five years alone. 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!

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the hot structures design, analysis, and test using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. Ensure all technical data generated regarding hot structures design is properly documented.


• Provide technical guidance and influence outcomes balancing input from cross functional teams and design requirements. Assess quality of available information and ask pertinent questions to make informed decisions


• Demonstrate critical thinking and engineering judgment to solve complex tasks or problems across engineering, project management, or manufacturing. Recommend new or creative solutions to challenges as they arise.


• Share specialized knowledge in hot structures design or relevant mechanical design experience. Understand integration with adjacent hardware on similar applications


• Assess internal and external business challenges associated with hot structures design and overall program. Recommend best practices to improve. Stay informed of industry trends and understand impacts to short- or long-term project goals.


• Lead daily management activities and develop action plans as needed to respond to issues/problems


• Serve as the IPT lead for the hot structures. Prepare and present module design reviews with internal and external customers. Review and provide feedback on all component design review presentations prior to the review to support successful, on-time reviews

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited college or university


• Minimum 7 years of engineering experience in relevant design engineering position


• This role requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance.

Desired Characteristics

• Master of science in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering


• Passion for the aviation industry and advancing the state-of-the-art


• Strong communication and collaboration skills in-person and across geographic sites


• Previous people leader or team leader experience


• Ability to influence others and lead small to medium-size teams


• Proven ability to develop or mentor others


• Capable of setting clear priorities and balancing conflicting requirements, maximizing value for the business


• Proficiency with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS


• Extensive experience with 3D Modeling software, preferably Unigraphics/NX


• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems as part of a larger team


• Strong project management skills with ability to independently organize and prioritize effort for self and team members


• Experience in design, analysis, and manufacturing of high-precision or turbomachinery components


• 5+ years experience in mechanical design of hot structures or related components


• Proficient with GD&T principles and reading drawings


• Active US government security clearance at the Secret level

Security Clearance

The base pay range for this position is 149,500.00 - 198,950.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on November 9th, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.


• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.


• Other benefits include tuition assistance


• adoption assistance


• paid parental leave


• disability insurance


• life insurance


• paid time-off for vacation or illness

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes