Military Support Equipment Engineer
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Job Description:
The Edison Works Support Equipment Engineer (SE) will support GE Aerospace’s Edison Works next-generation military programs. In this role, you will serve as the focal point for propulsion-system support equipment and specialized tooling projects. You will lead the design, development, qualification, and sustainment of SE used to assemble, disassemble, maintain, and transport propulsion systems. Drawing on your engineering background, you will work closely with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management teams to resolve technical challenges. This is a high-impact technical leadership role responsible for the successful development, fielding, and long-term sustainment of support equipment for future military propulsion systems.
Essential Responsibilities
Lead and develop the requirements definition for propulsion SE and specialized tooling
Lead a cross-functional design teams in the planning and execution of design, analysis and evaluation of engine assembly, disassembly, and transportation equipment
Apply sound engineering principles and adhere to business standards, processes and procedures
Ensure SE design complies with customer requirements and Critical to Quality characteristics
Own mechanical and/or electrical aspects of SE for assigned projects
Maintain deep technical knowledge of assigned propulsion system assembly process, sequences and interfaces
Interface with vendors to ensure manufacturing processes meet design definition requirements
Participate in SE try-out activities with the development assembly engineers to verify form, fit and function
Analyze existing Common Support Equipment (CSE) to determine if it can be re-used for propulsion systems sustainment, and identifies when new Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) is required
Support the authoring of technical documents such as SE Program Plans and SE requirements documents
Support the development and management of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and budgets that align to DoD Earned Value Management (EVM) requirements
Assist with the preparation of monthly program status reports to summarize work scope accomplished, financial expenditures and schedule critical paths
Assist with the management of contractual deliverables including tracking, reviewing, preparing and reporting status to internal and external stakeholders
Identifies recommendations, risks and provides status to the Edison Works Maintenance Support Manager on related scope and deliverables
Assists with Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) and forecasting requirements
Collaborates cross functionally within Edison Works and Defense and Systems engineering disciplines such as maintainability, reliability, supportability, safety engineering and Technical Publications
Qualifications Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college ( or a High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology )
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
Familiarity with turbine engine systems
Experience performing project or program management functions
Must have or qualify for a U.S. Government Secret Clearance
Ability to work full-time on-site at GE Aerospace headquarters in Cincinnati, OH; due to security requirements there are limited work from home or remote opportunities
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Desired Characteristics:
Experience working with propulsion systems such as F110, F118, F414, F100, F119, F135 etc.
Knowledge of Integrated Product Support processes for military engine systems
Knowledge and/or experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers
Active U.S. Government Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
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.