Customer Project Engineer

GE Aerospace; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Project Engineer to lead cross-functional product development for sensor products, driving NPD from concept through production. You will coordinate IPDT and partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Marketing to deliver innovative sensing solutions.

The role requires leading design reviews, serving as the main technical contact for customers, and ensuring technical and cost targets are met. Travel up to 20% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautical Engineering with a related degree or equivalent.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver engineering projects and programs.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead New Product Development projects from launch through production.
• Deliver all milestones, including hardware, testing, analysis and documentation.
• Prepare design and analysis reports and lead design reviews.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers on assigned projects.
• Review drawings, apply GD&T understanding, ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Develop and implement standard design practices based on lessons learned.
• Clarify customer requirements and align with internal teams on targets.
• Meet cost targets and support cost planning with the Development Team.
• Define and maintain technical compliance to customer requirements.
• Write technical proposals and present information to customers.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives and track progress.
• Support resolution of field issues; provide factory support as needed.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma/GED + 4 years experience

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.

The Project Engineer (PE) will lead cross-functional product development efforts for the sensor products team, driving new product development from concept through production. This role is responsible for coordinating the Integrated Product Development Team (IPDT) and partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Marketing to deliver innovative sensing solutions, including temperature sensors, temperature probes, and other advanced sensor technologies.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Own and lead assigned New Product Development (NPD) projects from launch through production.
• Deliver all project milestones on schedule, including hardware, testing, analysis, and documentation.
• Prepare design and analysis reports and lead design reviews for assigned projects.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers on assigned projects.
• Review engineering drawings and apply a strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Review design outputs to ensure completeness, accuracy, and technical integrity.
• Develop and implement standard design practices based on lessons learned.
  Interpret and clarify customer technical requirements and expectations.
• Partner with the Development Team to meet internal unit cost targets and support cost planning.
• Define and maintain technical compliance to customer requirements.
• Write technical proposals and present technical information to customers.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and track progress against goals.
• Support resolution of field issues.
• Provide factory support as needed.
• Travel up to 20%, domestically and internationally.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, OR a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautical Engineering.

Desired Characteristics & Experience:

• Advanced degree is a plus in Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and work effectively cross-functionally in a matrix organization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external customer organizations, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, communicate, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

The base pay range for this position is $72,000 to $90,000 annually. 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 September 12th, 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, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

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 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)).

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