Job Description SummaryAs a Lead Engineer in Thermal Management Systems, you work individually and in teams to contribute to the design and validation of energy/thermal management systems; the design and development of thermal management components; Multiphysics computational modeling of components and systems; design and analysis of systems and systems-of-systems; and the design and development of additive manufactured thermal components.Job Description
At GE Aerospace Research, we See, Move, and Create the future of flight and power systems. The Thermal Management & Systems team develops innovative solutions to move, spread, and store thermal energy for our customers and GE products.
Essential Responsibilities
Apply your knowledge in energy/thermal management systems to develop innovative solutions to control thermal loads in complex systems such as aerospace systems, renewable energy applications, and medical devices.
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of GE product engineers, GE Research team members, and external partners to invent and mature the next generation of energy/thermal management technology.
Utilize your experience in modeling, simulation, and/or experimentation to characterize and/or validate the novel energy/thermal management components and systems.
Contribute to the development and writing of internal and external proposals
Establish and grow an external network of collaborators in academia, government, and industry.
Patent your inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals.
Required Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related discipline OR Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related discipline with 5 years industrial experience
Fundamental knowledge of fluid mechanics and heat transfer applied to thermal management problems
Experience in thermal/energy management systems and/or component development
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Due to the nature of the work done at GE Global Research, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship
Desired Characteristics
3+ years of work experience in an industrial or laboratory setting
In-depth knowledge of system modeling and/or systems-of-systems modeling
Experience developing engineering models in languages such as EES, Matlab, Python, Fortran, etc
Familiarity with developing system models in Matlab Simulink
Familiarity with the application of computational fluid mechanics tools such as Fluent, CFX, etc
Knowledge of model verification and validation, model calibration, and uncertainty quantification
Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with senior leaders and customers with clarity and confidence
The base pay range for this position is $90,000 - $175,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on May 20, 2024
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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
