Lead Test Engineering Specialist
GE Aerospace •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Job Description SummaryThe Lead Test Engineering Specialist will be responsible for aerospace electrical power generation systems test life-cycle from system test requirements development, design and development of test equipment, verification and validation of test equipment.
If you’re looking for a position where each day varies while having the opportunity to learn and potentially jump into tasks outside of the job description then this is the role for you!
*Please note that this role will be required to sit onsite at our Vandalia, OH facilityJob Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for day to day support of final test operations including troubleshooting and repair of complex test systems
- Responsible for design and construction of test facilities, instrumentation systems and the development of test software
- Developing in-depth knowledge of a power generation and conversion systems
- Will be responsible for managing small projects related to cost out and continuous improvement
- Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
- In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area
- Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems
- May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of engineering, scientific or other technical experience)
- Plus a minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering position related to electrical power generation systems
- This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.
- Ability to be available for one on-call requirement per month
Desired Characteristics
- Strong troubleshooting background to the component level
- Experience with AC and DC motors and their drives
- Experience with 480V electrical systems
- Familiarity with power electronics, electric motors, and electric power conversion concepts
- Experience with high speed / high power motor and gearbox systems
- Background and understanding in aircraft power systems, including generation, conversion, distribution, and aircraft load
- Prior work experience in aerospace power generation / conversion products
- Strong interpersonal skill
- Prior project management experience
- Technical writing skills
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
- Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- And more!
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
Job Ident #:
R3760704
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