Small Uncrewed Engines Development Airframe Integrator Lead

Y99000 General Electric Company; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks an experienced Airframe Integrator Lead to provide technical leadership for weapon system integration across propulsion systems and airframes. You will own interface models, manage ICDs, and drive MBSE initiatives across multiple platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 8+ years of systems integration experience, and the ability to travel regularly to customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Strong experience in systems integration across propulsion and airframes.
• Proficiency with MBSE tools and knowledge of interface modeling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead weapon system integration strategies across propulsion platforms and airframes.
• Own and maintain Airframe Interface Control Models (AICMs) in CAMEO and generate ICDs/drawings.
• Manage interface requirements and ICDs with full traceability and verification strategies.
• Lead multi‑platform integration planning and support business development actions.
• Champion MBSE, digital engineering, and Model‑Based Systems Engineering initiatives.
• Travel approximately every 4–5 weeks (2–3 days) to customer and partner sites.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering

Master's degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

CAMEO Systems Modeler

Job description

Overview

The Small Uncrewed Engines (SUE) Development Engineering Systems Team seeks an experienced Airframe Integrator Lead to provide technical leadership for weapon system integration across a portfolio of advanced propulsion systems. The role owns all functional and physical interface requirements between small uncrewed propulsion systems and weapon system airframes, including expendable platforms, reusable uncrewed systems, and Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) applications. The incumbent serves as the primary technical interface with weapon system integrators, airframe manufacturers, and Department of War customers, ensuring seamless integration across multiple programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead weapon system integration strategies for multiple propulsion systems across expendable, reusable, and CCA platforms; act as technical authority for all propulsion‑to‑airframe interfaces.
• Own and maintain Airframe Interface Control Models (AICMs) in CAMEO as the authoritative source for all interface definitions (mechanical, electrical, fluid, thermal, data, functional), generating ICDs, specifications, and drawings directly from the models.
• Manage interface requirements and ICDs across multiple platforms, translating system‑level requirements into propulsion interface requirements with full traceability and verification strategies.
• Lead multi‑platform integration planning, maximizing commonality while accommodating platform‑specific requirements and supporting business development activities.
• Champion FLIGHT DECK principles, lean engineering practices, and digital engineering initiatives to advance Model‑Based Systems Engineering and improve integration efficiency.
• Travel approximately once every 4‑5 weeks (2‑3 days) to customer and partner sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in systems integration, weapon system integration, or aerospace systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex interfaces between propulsion systems and airframes across multiple platforms.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, fluid, thermal, and control interfaces for propulsion system integration.
• Proficiency with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, specifically CAMEO Systems Modeler or equivalent SysML‑based tools.
• Experience developing Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and interface specifications.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams, customers, and external partners.
• Proven ability to navigate complex organizational interfaces and drive consensus across stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with geographically distributed teams.
• Must obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in small uncrewed engines, expendable propulsion systems, CCA applications, cruise missiles, or multi‑platform propulsion integration.
• Department of War weapon system development experience across multiple programs.
• Advanced CAMEO Systems Modeler proficiency, including interface modeling, parametric modeling, and model‑based documentation generation.
• Experience with digital engineering, digital thread, and model‑based enterprise initiatives.
• Knowledge of Joint Teaming Agreements, Joint Development Agreements, or collaborative program structures.
• Familiarity with weapon system control architectures and military standards (MIL‑STD‑1553, MIL‑STD‑461).
• Active DoD security clearance.
• INCOSE CSEP certification or Lean Six Sigma training.
• Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill) and integration with MBSE tools.
• Familiarity with GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK operating model.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership development.
• Relocation assistance provided.

GE Aerospace requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Employment is contingent upon proving U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee). The role requires maintaining a U.S. Government security clearance.

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. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.