Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Mission Analysis Advanced Lead / Staff Engineer

Y99000 General Electric Company; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Y99000 General Electric Company is seeking an engineer for the Mission Analysis team at GE Aerospace in Evendale, Ohio. This role involves analyzing operating conditions for aerospace products and requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 5 years' experience in the field.

Candidates must be active military personnel within the last 180 days of service and have the ability to acquire a U.S. Government Security Clearance. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Active military personnel in the last 180 days of service.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering environment, preferably with jet aircraft.
• Ability to acquire a U.S. Government Security Clearance if required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects.
• Contribute to strategy and policy development within the area of responsibility.
• Maintain strong interpersonal and customer relationships within GE.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities

Leadership abilities

Knowledge of statistics and data-set manipulation tools

Programming skills in Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Military DoD SkillBridge program provides active‑service personnel with up to 180 days to gain civilian work experience. GE Aerospace is a SkillBridge partner offering real‑world training in demanding fields while evaluating the candidate’s suitability for future roles. Military participants are compensated by the U.S. military and are not paid by GE Aerospace.

Job Description

The Mission Analysis team establishes and analyzes operating conditions for all GE Aerospace products. The engineer will produce files for performance, thermal, and stress analysis models, ensuring that operating conditions reflect engine operational intent for New Product Introduction (NPI) and fielded programs. The role requires moderate autonomy and collaboration with internal and external customers, systems, performance, and controls teams.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements.
• Develop specialized knowledge in the discipline and serve as a best‑practice and quality resource.
• Contribute to strategy and policy development and ensure delivery within the area of responsibility.
• Use judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in operational/product management, manufacturing, technology, or engineering.
• Apply technical experience for data analysis to support recommendations and use internal and limited external sources to inform decisions.
• Act as a resource for colleagues and may lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information; work to build consensus and develop persuasion skills to influence others.
• Maintain strong interpersonal and customer relationships by serving as an interface point within GE.

Required Qualifications

• Active military personnel in the last 180 days of service.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering environment, preferably with jet aircraft, aeroderivatives, or jet engines.
• Ability to acquire a U.S. Government Security Clearance if required; prerequisite is U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or entitled to asylum or refugee status).
• Access to U.S. export‑controlled information is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and analytical capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead programs or projects and to document, plan, market, and execute them.
• Experience in engineering, aircraft, or engine environments; familiarity with cross‑functional teamwork.
• Knowledge of statistics and large‑data‑set manipulation tools; programming skills in Python preferred but not required.
• Interest and knowledge in jet engine operation and coding/data analysis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.