Entry-Level Engine Test Engineer - Validation & Data

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an entry-level Test Engineer to assist the Test Director and senior engineers in coordinating test card execution, setup, and data collection for development engine tests. You will learn how requirements translate to test plans and support test operations across campaigns.

You will gain mentorship, develop core test engineering skills focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost while collaborating with DoD or commercial customers as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Internship/co-op or lab experience related to testing, instrumentation, or data analysis.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with test readiness activities, including setup, instrumentation checks, and pre-test inspections under guidance.
• Help prepare and update test cards, procedures, and checklists; track changes and approvals.
• Support day-of-test execution by monitoring test steps, logging data, and communicating status to the Test Director.
• Perform basic data review and help compile results, plots, and summaries for internal customers with technical oversight.
• Coordinate with Systems and Evaluation Engineering to clarify requirements and ensure proper integration into test plans.
• Help maintain the test schedule, track hardware needs, and support asset/rig readiness to meet program milestones.
• Contribute to lessons learned capture, corrective actions, and knowledge sharing across engine owners.
• Participate in priority meetings, tollgate reviews, and readiness checks; follow documented best practices and TSE processes.
• Support budget/schedule inputs by providing estimates and status to responsible teams; learn finance and scheduling tools.
• Maintain transparent, professional communication with program customers and cross-functional partners.
• Prioritize safety and compliance, promptly escalating risks and following standard work.

Skills

Data analysis

Instrumentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Tools

Open Plan

Clarity

Spotfire

Job description

GE Aerospace in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an entry-level Test Engineer to assist the Test Director and senior engineers in coordinating test card execution, setup, and data collection for development engine tests. You will learn how requirements translate to test plans and support test operations across campaigns.

You will gain mentorship, develop core test engineering skills focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost while collaborating with DoD or commercial customers as needed.