Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Next Generation Products

About the role

GE Aerospace is hiring a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for its Next Generation Products (NGP) team in Evendale, Ohio. The team develops technologies for military propulsion and supports military customers. The role covers the design, development and qualification of advanced military products, specifically hot structural components, and works in a cross-functional environment covering cost-out design, hardware delivery, test, certification and technical publications. It reports to an engineering manager.

Key responsibilities

• Design, analyse and evaluate assigned components for advanced military products
• Plan and execute technical design tasks, including analysis and manufacturing support of assigned hardware
• Manage hardware cost, weight and schedule deliverables
• Follow business standards, practices and procedures, and meet product requirements within schedule and budget
• Work autonomously within a defined requirements framework, consulting senior technical leaders on design reviews
• Serve as an interface point with internal and external customers

Required profile

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering from an accredited university
• At least 3 years of experience in mechanical design, mechanical analysis or a similar engineering position
• US Government Security Clearance; preference to candidates who already hold one, and the ability to prove U.S. person status (citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee)
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Required skills

• Desirable: experience with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS and 3D modelling software such as NX Unigraphics
• Desirable: experience with structural component design and analysis
• Desirable: project management skills, problem-solving and strong communication skills

What we offer

• Relocation assistance provided
• Professional development opportunities