Testing Specialist, Aero & Combustor Test Operations

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks an engineer to maintain and improve the test facility, assemble build-up and instrumentation for Aero & Combustion Component Test. You will work on projects to ensure facility performance and meet objectives.

You will lead improvement opportunities, interface with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver cost-effective solutions while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (or HS diploma/GED with 4 years design engineering experience).
• Associates degree in applicable field with 2 years of experience accepted.
• Minimum 2 years aerospace experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to work groups to meet objectives.
• Work within defined parameters to resolve issues with short-term planning.
• Make technical decisions applying specialized knowledge.
• Interface with customer organizations to meet requirements.
• Communicate status and problems to project leaders.
• Identify and implement cost-effective improvements for safety, quality, reliability, and throughput.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams on mechanical design and facility support.

Skills

A&P License

Design tools proficiency

Test & analysis tools

Strong communication

Project management

Team leadership

Engineering drawings

Cost awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree

High school diploma + 4 years design engineering experience

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for defined work or projects regarding maintenance and improvement of the test facility, assembly build up and instrumentation for Aero & Combustion Component Test. In addition, you will provide efficient solutions to achieve test objectives as part of a project team responsible for the test facility integration and facility equipment performance. You will identify, lead and execute improvement opportunities that align with strategic objectives.

Job Description Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for defined work or projects regarding maintenance and improvement of the test facility, assembly build up and instrumentation for Aero & Combustion Component Test. In addition, you will provide efficient solutions to achieve test objectives as part of a project team responsible for the test facility integration and facility equipment performance. You will identify, lead and execute improvement opportunities that align with strategic objectives.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide direction and assistance to work group to meet assigned objectives
• Work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning
• Make technical decisions by applications of specialized knowledge / skill
• Interface with customer organizations to assure requirements are met
• Communicate status and problems to project leaders and management
• Identify, lead, and implement cost-effective improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, reliability, and throughput
• Act as the liaison to multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, suppliers, and plant utilities teams regarding mechanical design and support of existing and new facilities, equipment, and components

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in design engineering or Associates degree in applicable field and 2 years of experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Aerospace.

Desired Characteristics

• A&P License
• Familiarity with design, test, and analysis tools
• Professional attitude and work ethic
• Self-starter with a desire to achieve results
• Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
• Familiar with design of machinery fundamentals, mechanical electro-mechanical systems, pneumatic-hydraulic systems
• Manage development project expense budget, track spending and ensure spending targets are met
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic working environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong Project management skills
• Proven team leadership skills and the ability to influence others at all levels of the organization
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of component testing methods

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 Naturalization 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. 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: No