Senior Lead, Materials Behavior – Aerospace Mechanical Testing

GE Aerospace; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking an Advanced Lead Specialist - Materials Behavior to lead mechanical behavior testing in the Mechanical Behavior Testing Laboratory. You will execute complex tests, optimize setups, and ensure high-quality data across aerospace materials and coatings within Evendale, Ohio, engaging cross‑functional teams to meet safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical execution, procedure interpretation, and mentoring while maintaining adherence to lab policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years relevant experience with 3 years in mechanical testing.
• Proven hands-on experience in mechanical behavior testing and lab operations.
• Experience with composites, coatings, and related material systems.
• Ability to interpret procedures and adjust methods with precision.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical behavior testing for aerospace materials and components.
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain test rigs and data systems.
• Develop and improve test setups and instrumentation for reliability.
• Support data acquisition, interpretation, and documentation of results.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure test readiness.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to lab process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical Testing

Materials Testing

Mechanical Aptitude

Test Data Systems

Procedural Discipline

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Test Rigs & Fixtures

Data Acquisition Systems

Environmental Test Setups

Job description

GE Aerospace is seeking an Advanced Lead Specialist - Materials Behavior to lead mechanical behavior testing in the Mechanical Behavior Testing Laboratory. You will execute complex tests, optimize setups, and ensure high-quality data across aerospace materials and coatings within Evendale, Ohio, engaging cross‑functional teams to meet safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical execution, procedure interpretation, and mentoring while maintaining adherence to lab policies