Senior Engineer - Mechanical Components & Systems

General Electric; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to innovate mechanical solutions for the future of flight. In this pivotal role, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in the design and testing of advanced propulsion systems and rotating machinery. Your expertise will drive the development of cutting-edge technologies that enhance safety and efficiency in aviation. This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the aerospace industry. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of flight while enjoying a supportive workplace that values professional development and innovation.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• PhD or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with extensive experience required.
• Strong background in rotating machinery and team leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to innovate and mature mechanical system technology.
• Shape analysis, design, and testing of innovative components for aerospace.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

3D Solid Modeling

Finite Element Analysis

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

SOLIDWORKS

Creo

ANSYS

ADRE

LMS

Job description

Job Description Summary

Located in Niskayuna, New York, central to the New York Capital District, GE Aerospace Research builds on GE’s 125+ years of industrial research heritage, tackling the most challenging engineering problems through multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative technologies. Together, we create and sustain differentiated solutions to maintain competitive advantages for GE Aerospace and our customers.

GE Aerospace will continue to play a vital role in supporting the industry through a historic aviation recovery while shaping the future of flight. We invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep safe the flying public and the armed forces, and to lift up one another and our communities, remains our north star. Our purpose is what ties us to one another and gives meaning to our work.

As a Senior Engineer in the Mechanical Components and Systems Lab, you will play a key role in inventing and maturing the mechanical solutions that enable the future of flight: sustainable, high speed, and next generation propulsion and aircraft systems! You will lead the design, analysis, build, and test of novel solutions to push the state of the art of turbomachinery, bearings, gear systems, rotor/stator seals, and rotor dynamics. In this hands-on role, you will help turn ideas into reality.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Senior Engineer - Mechanical Components & Systems is to innovate rotating machinery concept designs, mature the technology in line with robust technology roadmaps, and deliver mechanical solutions for GE Aerospace and our customers. Additional responsibilities include:

1. Lead multidisciplinary teams of GE Aerospace Research colleagues, GE Aerospace Engineering team members, and external partners to invent, shape, and mature the next generation of mechanical system technology
2. Shape the analysis, design, and testing of innovative components and systems that meet the needs of current and future GE Aerospace products
3. Deploy your extensive experience in modeling, simulation, and/or experimentation to characterize and validate novel mechanical components and systems
4. Provide technical guidance through effective coaching/mentoring
5. Foster a culture rooted in GE Aerospace behaviors: respect for people, continuous improvement, and customer driven
6. Own the development and maintenance of technology roadmaps and demonstrate accountability for a pipeline of funded projects
7. Lead the development and writing of internal and external proposals
8. Leverage and grow an external network of collaborators in academia, government, and industry
9. Patent inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals

Required Qualifications

This Senior Engineer – Mechanical Components & Systems role requires a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of industrial experience, or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of industrial experience. Additionally, the role requires:

1. In-depth knowledge of the mechanical and system-level design of rotating machinery
2. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams to mature complex engineering systems from concept through validation
3. Experience with product design constraints, manufacturing techniques, and material processing selections for rotating machinery
4. Proficiency using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo)
5. Analytical experience, including structural/thermal finite element analysis with ANSYS
6. Results-oriented execution mindset with a sense of urgency
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interface with senior leaders and customers with clarity and confidence
9. Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team
10. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a global team environment
11. Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
12. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

Desired Characteristics

1. 10+ years of experience in an industrial or laboratory setting
2. Extensive testing of rotating components, data acquisition, data reduction, and design validation. Proficiency using ADRE and LMS data acquisition and reduction systems.
3. Experience in system modeling: coupling of fluid, thermal, and structural analyses
4. Experienced with rotor support design, rotor dynamics, and rigid body dynamics
5. Direct knowledge of aerospace power and propulsion applications
6. Experience implementing and utilizing Lean in a research environment, including daily/weekly management and structured problem solving
7. Experience developing technical ideas with external customers and a track record of converting ideas to programs

The base pay range for this position is $100,000 - $205,000 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 based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on June 30th, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf). 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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.