Customer Project Engineer

AE0022 Unison Industries, LLC; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits including medical,

401(k) with company matching

Paid time-off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace in the United States seeks a Project Engineer to lead cross-functional New Product Development for sensor products from concept through production. You will coordinate the IPDT and partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Marketing to deliver sensing solutions including temperature sensors and probes.

You will apply GD&T, lead design reviews, write technical proposals, and communicate with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in NPD.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead New Product Development projects from launch through production.
• Deliver milestones on schedule across hardware, testing, analysis, and documentation.
• Prepare design and analysis reports and lead design reviews.
• Serve as primary technical contact for customers.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

GD&T knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering

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.

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.

Pay and Benefits

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Additional Information

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: Yes

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.