Lead Component Engineer

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Health benefits

Job summary

GE Aviation Systems LLC in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Lead Component Engineer responsible for selection, qualification, and lifecycle management of electronic and electromechanical components across products. You will own Windchill database administration and drive data quality, using AI tools to improve processes while guiding design, sourcing, and program teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 4 years in engineering, plus 2 years in component engineering. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college with a min of 4 years experience in professional engineering space.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in component engineering, electronic components, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience working with electronic and electromechanical component selection, qualification, and lifecycle support.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Responsibilities

• Partner with design engineers to identify and approve the most appropriate electronic and electromechanical components for new and existing products.
• Manage and maintain component data within the Windchill CSM database, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide lifecycle support for electronic and electromechanical components from introduction through obsolescence.
• Evaluate the impact of product change notices (PCNs), errata, and manufacturer updates on existing designs and programs.
• Lead mitigation planning for component obsolescence, shortages, and allocation risks.
• Support sourcing teams with component availability issues, obsolescence risks, and manufacturer quality documentation/certifications.
• Monitor component technology trends and market developments to keep commodity roadmaps current.
• Create, update, and govern component records, attributes, and related engineering documentation.
• Perform bill of materials (BOM) analysis for both new designs and legacy products.
• Generate and maintain documentation required to support program, product, and compliance requirements.
• Provide technical support and user guidance for Windchill, including component data management and engineering change processes.
• Apply AI and digital tools to improve database administration, data quality, and component engineering workflows.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and data governance across component management activities.

Skills

Component engineering

Documentation control

AI tools usage

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Windchill

PDMLink

PartsLink

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Component Engineer is responsible for the selection, qualification, documentation, and lifecycle management of electronic and electromechanical components used in our products. This role ensures components meet quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements in alignment with recognized international component management standards. The role serves as a key technical resource for component engineering, providing guidance to design, sourcing, and program teams on component selection, obsolescence, product change impacts, and database integrity. The Lead Component Engineer will also own the administration and continuous improvement of the component database in Windchill, while leveraging AI-enabled tools and digital methods to improve data quality, productivity, and technical support. The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Partner with design engineers to identify and approve the most appropriate electronic and electromechanical components for new and existing products.
• Manage and maintain component data within the Windchill CSM database, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Provide lifecycle support for electronic and electromechanical components from introduction through obsolescence.
• Evaluate the impact of product change notices (PCNs), errata, and manufacturer updates on existing designs and programs.
• Lead mitigation planning for component obsolescence, shortages, and allocation risks.
• Support sourcing teams with component availability issues, obsolescence risks, and manufacturer quality documentation/certifications.
• Monitor component technology trends and market developments to keep commodity roadmaps current.
• Create, update, and govern component records, attributes, and related engineering documentation.
• Perform bill of materials (BOM) analysis for both new designs and legacy products.
• Generate and maintain documentation required to support program, product, and compliance requirements.
• Provide technical support and user guidance for Windchill, including component data management and engineering change processes.
• Apply AI and digital tools to improve database administration, data quality, and component engineering workflows.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and data governance across component management activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related technical field) from an accredited university or college with a min of 4 years experience in professional engineering space.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in component engineering, electronic components, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience working with electronic and electromechanical component selection, qualification, and lifecycle support.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using PLM tools, preferably Windchill PartsLink, Windchill CSM, and/or PDMLink.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components, manufacturing methods, performance characteristics, and technology trends.
• Experience with component datasheets, military or industry specifications, and compliance/regulatory requirements such as RoHS and REACH.
• Experience assessing and managing component obsolescence, allocation, and lifecycle risks.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes and component database governance.
• Experience using AI-enabled tools, automation, or digital solutions to support engineering data management.
• Good understanding of the electronic components market, including supply chain constraints and supplier trends.
• Demonstrated ability to define, implement, and improve processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong team-oriented mindset and a continuous improvement focus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute technical work effectively.

The base pay range for this position is $95,000.00-$127,000.00 USD 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 11/30/26.

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.

GE Aerospace 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)).

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.

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.