Advanced Lead Engineer - Evendale, United States - GE Aviation

Description

Job Description Summary

This Advanced Lead Engineer – Military Evaluation Team Leader role will support current and upcoming military engine testing of New & Advanced Programs at GE Edison Works.

The Evaluation Team Lead will partner directly with the Systems, Operations, Project & Design Teams to understand program requirements, manage program budget and schedule, relay requirements to the broader Test Systems Engineering (TSE) Department, and lead the Evaluation & Test team members translate those requirements into deliverables.

Previous test experience and knowledge of the TSE Department is desired.

The Evaluation Team Leader manages development engine(s) and/or technology maturation rig tests through planning, hardware receiving, instrumentation, assembly, data systems setup, test site integration, & test execution.

Evaluation Engineering is the conduit for all assembly, instrumentation, and test requirements. The team lead helps create and maintain engine and overall program schedules.

The candidate should possess respectful communication and horizontal leadership skills in order to lead TSE and Supply Chain personnel working on cutting edge military engine test programs.

Job Description

Execute to leadership, systems, and program guidance the analysis, design, test, or integration required to define and support assigned components, assemblies or systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements
Interpret Program requirements and relay to proper TSE sub-sections for integration
Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers alongside program partners
Generate budget and schedule contract proposals for test efforts partnered with minimal to no oversight
Document and communicate results of technical data generated
Lead teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives
Share & drive engineering information and promote open dialogue
Manage with evaluation teammates the development engine test assets and/or rigs tests to ensure timely schedule and test mission fulfillment
Capture all lessons learned, proactively help implement corrective actions, and share knowledge with other engine owners
Run priority meetings and actively manage hardware delivery, tollgate reviews, and test execution
Consistent collaboration with Systems Engineering and Program Customers
Network across department leaders to establish business priorities
In-depth knowledge of best practices and TSE integrates with engineering
Uses expertise & judgment with minimal leadership guidance to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering
Strong ability to grow and mentor colleagues with less experience


Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science
At least 6 additional years of experience in an Engineering position
Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level or higher


Desired Characteristics:
Self-motivated and driven
Knowledge of fulfillment, assembly, instrumentation, and test disciplines
Familiarity with the TSE Department Sections and Sub-Sections
Engine and Rig test experience
Experience with finance and scheduling tools, Open plan, Clarity, Spotfire
Established project management skills and ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
Very strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to influence small team and across functions
Experience working with DoD and/or Commercial customer and processes
Active DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level or higher

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

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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

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