Senior Engineer - Mechatronics - GE Aerospace Research

Energy Consulting group; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace innovation is seeking a Senior Engineer - Mechatronics in Niskayuna, NY. The role involves leading projects in mechanism design and electromechanical systems, contributing to aerospace technology advancements. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or MS with substantial industrial experience, along with a strong background in electro-mechanical design and team leadership.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Tuition assistance and adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance and life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years industrial experience with PhD; 10 years with MS.
• Experience in building data acquisition and control systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to invent and mature technology.
• Shape and execute design and testing of robotics and actuators.
• Develop technology roadmaps and manage funded projects.

Skills

Experience in developing electro-mechanical systems

Proficiency in using 3D solid modeling software

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams

Results-oriented execution mindset

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or Applied Mechanics

MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or Applied Mechanics

Tools

3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo)

National Instruments (NI) with LabVIEW

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 – Mechatronics in the Aero Thermal Mechanical Systems organization, you will play a key role in inventing and maturing the mechanical solutions that enable new manufacturing, inspection, and repair capabilities for GE Aerospace and our customers. In this hands-on role, you will lead the design, analysis, prototyping, and testing of novel solutions that will have a direct impact on our ability to deliver our products to our customers and to keep them in revenue service.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Senior Engineer - Mechatronics is to lead and execute projects focused on mechanism design coupled with electromechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic actuation for advanced and automated inspection, repair, manufacturing, or aerospace systems. Additional responsibilities include:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams of GE Aerospace Research colleagues, GE Aerospace Services team members, and external partners to invent, shape, and mature new technology
• Shape and execute the design, selection, analysis, system integration, testing and maturation of robotic manipulators, sensors, actuators, controllers, and electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Provide technical guidance through effective coaching/mentoring
• Foster a culture rooted in the GE Aerospace behaviors: respect for people, continuous improvement, and customer driven
• Own the development and maintenance of technology roadmaps and demonstrate accountability for a pipeline of funded projects
• Work with other support functions and/or external suppliers to meet project deliverables
• Prepare and participate in project and technical reviews
• Develop and mature design or analysis tools for advanced electromechanical and other robotic/mechatronic systems
• Provide expertise to help resolve technical challenges across the organization
• Lead the development and writing of internal and external proposals
• Leverage and grow an external network of collaborators in academia, government, and industry
• Patent inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals

Required Qualifications

This Senior Engineer - Mechatronics role requires a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or Applied Mechanics with a minimum of 7 years of industrial experience, or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or Applied Mechanics with a minimum of 10 years of industrial experience. Additionally, the role requires:

• Experience in developing electro-mechanical systems, including actuators, sensors, and communication modules for automation
• Proficiency in using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo) and prototyping
• Experience in building data acquisition and/or control systems using off-the-shelf (OTS) options such as National Instruments (NI) with LabVIEW, PLC, DSP, and microcontrollers
• Experience in simulation of kinematics and dynamics of mechanisms and electromechanical systems, as well as lumped parameter system modeling for electromechanical, thermal, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams to mature complex engineering systems from concept through validation
• Results-oriented execution mindset with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team and to interface with senior leaders and customers with clarity and confidence
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a global team environment
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
• 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

• 10+ years of experience in an industrial or laboratory setting
• Extensive experience developing end effectors and utilizing off-the-shelf robotic manipulators to reliably automate complex manufacturing or inspection tasks
• Extensive testing experience of electromechanical components and systems, data acquisition (DAQ, LabVIEW), and design validation
• Experience with electrical system design, including printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• Analytical experience, including structural/thermal finite element analysis with ANSYS
• Experience implementing and utilizing Lean in a research environment, including daily/weekly management and structured problem solving
• 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 anEqual 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes