CMC Hot Section Mechanical Lead (Remote)

GE Aerospace; Loves Park (IL); Remote; USD 95,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks a Lead Engineer to analyze CMC hot section hardware for GE9X and related engines. You will perform stress and life analyses using FEA tools, coordinate with hardware owners, thermal and material teams, and contribute to manufacturing support and field findings.

This role emphasizes quality, mentoring, and development of analysis methods, with Evendale, OH preferred and remote work options evident in the posting. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years design engineering experience)
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Ceramic Matrix Composites or Manufacturing related role
• Experience in using Finite-Element-Analysis software (e.g. Ansys) and related pre-processing tools (e.g. Hypermesh, NX)
• Experience in GE Aerospace’s CMC-specific mechanical analysis tools, practices and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Execute the analysis and evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to standard practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Developing conceptual knowledge of turbofan hot section design and composite analysis.
• Applies general knowledge of mechanical engineering and mechanical analysis concepts through education or past experiences.
• Resolves issues using established procedures and consults mentors for guidance when needed.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams and presents outcomes to technical and business leaders.
• Documents assessment assumptions, boundary conditions, and results, sharing conclusions with adjacent teams.
• Aids in coaching and development of junior team members.
• Create macros or tools to standardize Stress Analysis practices for CMCs.
• Supports integration of AI-enabled tools to accelerate model development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Project management experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School diploma/GED with 4+ years design engineering experience

Tools

Ansys

Hypermesh

NX

CMC mechanical analysis tools

Job description

GE Aerospace seeks a Lead Engineer to analyze CMC hot section hardware for GE9X and related engines. You will perform stress and life analyses using FEA tools, coordinate with hardware owners, thermal and material teams, and contribute to manufacturing support and field findings.

This role emphasizes quality, mentoring, and development of analysis methods, with Evendale, OH preferred and remote work options evident in the posting. Strong communication and leadership are essential.