Applied Material & Behavior Engineer

Y99000 General Electric Company; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking an entry-level Engineer 1 in Applied Material & Behavior to support research, development, and application of additive materials across modalities. The role involves assisting senior engineers in material characterization, applications, and component design.

You will design and execute material tests, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet program goals. This position emphasizes safety, quality, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of material science principles (crystallography, phase transformations, mechanical properties).
• Experience with lab techniques and test standards for material characterization (SEM, XRD, TEM, mechanical testing).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (MATLAB, Python, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and executing material characterization test plans (mechanical, physical, chemical properties).
• Conduct internal evaluations including macro/micro hardness, metallography, and other tests.
• Coordinate external testing with vendors and ensure adherence to requirements.

Skills

Material science

Crystallography

Phase transformations

Mechanical properties

Material degradation

Laboratory techniques

SEM

XRD

TEM

Mechanical testing

Data analysis (MATLAB, Python, Excel)

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

CAD software

DG&T familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SEM

XRD

TEM

CAD software

DG&T

Job description

Job Description Summary

As an Engineer 1 in Applied Material & Behavior at Colibrium Additive, you will contribute to the research, development, and application of various additive materials and their behavioral characteristics across additive modalities. This entry-level position involves supporting senior engineers in material characterization, material applications, and component design.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of material characterization test plans (mechanical, physical, chemical properties) using various standard test methods.
• Conduct internal evaluations including macro and micro hardness, metallography, and other testing as required by programs.
• Coordinate external testing at vendors by shipping and receiving test specimens, assigning test conditions, and ensuring testing is completed in accordance with requirements.
• Compile data from material testing, complete data analysis, generate material behavior curves.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sourcing, Quality, Design, Manufacturing, PrintOps) to execute programs on time and on budget.
• Conduct post-test SEM fractography and other evaluations to determine failure modes and validate or invalidate expected material behavior.
• Document and share collaborative experimental procedures, results, and findings.
• Present technical data including material behavior curves and statistical conclusions to internal and external audiences.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and quality standards in the laboratory and workplace.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years (specific) experience

Preferred Characteristics & Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of material science principles, including crystallography, phase transformations, mechanical properties, and material degradation mechanisms.
• Demonstrated experience with laboratory techniques and test standards for material characterization (e.g., SEM, XRD, TEM, mechanical testing).
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Excel).
• Strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a broader program team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with CAD software and DG&T is helpful for machined specimens.

Benefits

• 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, and 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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

Relocation Assistance Provided

No

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