Senior Staff Engineer - Turbine Aerodynamics

GE Aerospace; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Evendale, OH seeks a Senior Staff Engineer in Turbine Aerodynamics to lead the design and advancement of high- and low-pressure turbine components for aircraft engines. You will guide cross-functional teams, drive advanced aero-thermal analyses, and develop new aerodynamic technologies to improve performance and durability.

The role requires mastery in turbomachinery aerodynamics, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to mentor early-career engineers.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with turbomachinery aerodynamics and minimum 9 years of relevant experience.
• PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering with turbomachinery aerodynamics and minimum 8 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of CFD and/or aerodynamic testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the aerodynamic design and analysis of turbine components.
• Perform advanced aero-thermal CFD analyses.
• Provide technical guidance across cross-functional teams and partners.

Skills

CFD knowledge

Aerodynamic testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Master’s or PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (turbomachinery aerodynamics)

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Senior Staff Engineer Turbine Aerodynamics will lead advancements in high and low-pressure turbine design for aircraft gas turbine engines and industrial The Aerodynamics Senior Staff Engineer will report to the Turbine Aerodynamics Manager and be responsible for leading the design of GE Aerospace’s next generation of turbine components and associated technologies.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the aerodynamic design and analysis of high- and low-pressure turbine components
• Perform advanced aero-thermal computational fluid dynamics analyses
• Provide technical guidance and domain expertise across cross-functional teams, including collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operational partners.
• Execute and support technical deliverables, including design reviews, process improvements, product support activities, safety initiatives, and operational problem resolution.
• Drive the development of advanced aerodynamic technology to improve engine performance and durability
• Cultivate advanced skills in aerodynamic design, including use of cutting-edge numerical and experimental techniques
• Draw conclusions from component and engine test data to validate aerodynamic designs
• Develop analytical tools/software to improve aerodynamic design and predictive capabilities
• Formulate and execute plans to achieve technical and program requirements
• Develop lean processes to improve organizational productivity and efficiency
• Execute trade studies to meet project requirements, collaborating with horizontal organizations
• Leads program issue resolution efforts to meet customer and/or regulatory expectations across organization
• Partner with organizational stakeholders and functional teams to support execution of technical priorities, strategic initiatives, and operational goals.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and training skills within the domain, site, or organization, with a focus on engaging early-career personnel.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 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.
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and a minimum of 9 years of relevant technical experience.

OR

• PhD from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and a minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Master’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering relevant to turbomachinery aerodynamics with minimum of 9 years of engineering experience OR Doctorate Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering focused on aerodynamics/compressible flows
• Knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and/or aerodynamic testing techniques
• Self-starter, utilizing innovative problem solving to drive solutions on complex issues
• Flexible, friendly, and inclusive; comfortable working in multi-disciplinary global teams
• Demonstrated group facilitation and collaboration skills
• Exceptional communication skills, comfortable preparing and giving impactful technical presentations
• Highly motivated and passionate
• Keen listener and innately driven to succeed

This role 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 Nationalization 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 (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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
• 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.