Lead Engine Systems and Airframe Integration Engineer

**Job Description Summary**

Engineering is at the center of what we do, and we are looking for talented, innovative engineers who can help us design and develop products for today, tomorrow, and in the future. If you are a dreamer, doer, and inventor who wants your voice to be heard and see your ideas take flight, this is the opportunity for you.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Externals and Airframe Integration Engineer to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless integration of engines and related systems into various aircraft applications, including business jets and regional aircrafts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage relationships with suppliers and customers effectively.

Located in West Chester, Ohio, GE Aerospace's facility is a key hub for innovation and excellence in the aerospace industry. This site is dedicated to the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced aerospace technologies that power both commercial and military aircraft. The West Chester location is renowned for its commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), with safety being the highest priority. The facility boasts state-of-the-art equipment and a highly skilled workforce that drives continuous improvement and operational efficiency. As part of GE Aerospace's global network, the West Chester site plays a crucial role in advancing aviation technology and maintaining GE's leadership in the aerospace sector.

**Job Description**

**DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Act as GE systems engineering / airframe leader and integrator covering engine externals, nacelles and engine mount systems for the CF34 family of engines.

+ Lead product improvements among GE, suppliers and airframers, acting as a liaison and ensuring that GE meets requirements for new designs, both in Part 25 and 33 certification spaces.

+ Coordinate priorities and worklist items among supply chain, program, and design teams.

+ Lead resolution of field problems; developing containment actions for the fleet and permanent corrective action as required.

+ Support field service engineers worldwide and provide technical support at airframers for production airframe integration issues, working closely with program and supplier quality functions.

+ Remain current in the state of the art within own technical specialty for new products introduction activity, performance improvements, cost reductions and problem resolutions

+ Serve as a recognized leader in defining the state of the art in own technical specialty in order to anticipate, develop and apply technology to current and future business opportunities

+ Protect the Intellectual Property rights of the Company

+ Function as program manager or Module Leader as Necessary

+ Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university

+ Minimum of 3 years' experience in systems engineering (related to Engine systems)

+ 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.

+ Ability to travel about once per quarter

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Prior air framer experience, system integration, and certification.

+ In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.

+ In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.

+ Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance.

+ Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks.

+ Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems.

+ Proven interpersonal skills who can provide informal guidance to new team members.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

+ Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

+ Established project management skills.

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the 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 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).

**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.