Research Engineer- Environmental Data Science - Aerospace Research

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work independently as well as in a team to develop and deliver solutions to assess environmental impacts of aviation industry including CO2, Contrails, and NOx. This will include AI/ML modeling, aircraft plume modeling, simulation, optimization, and advanced data analytics and visualization techniques.
• Leverage deep learning-based image analytics techniques (using satellite/ground-based observations) to build contrail prediction and validation models.
• Leverage numerical weather prediction models to forecast meteorological parameters at cruise altitude.
• Conduct research on sustainable aviation fuels and energy efficient technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate environmental considerations and emissions models into aircraft design and operations.
• Analyze data on environmental trends, advise on compliance with environmental regulations and develop mitigation techniques.
• Contribute to the development of eco-friendly aviation policies.
• Contribute to development and writing of internal and external proposals.
• Patent your inventions and develop a record of publication via conferences and peer reviewed journals.
• Clearly and professionally communicate progress and results of your research with the team, business leaders, customers, and technology providers.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or closely related field or MS degree in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Environmental Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science or closely related field with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of environmental issues related to aviation.
• Demonstrated capability to configure analytical workflows that orchestrate data and analytical modules such as simulation and optimization applications.
• Demonstrated development skills and documentation capability in at least one of the following: Java, C/C++/Fortran, Python, R, etc.
• Demonstrated hands-on analytical software development skills for conceiving solutions and implementing algorithms for aviation’s climate solutions.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master’s level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with physics-based contrail models – CoCiP and APCEMM.
• Familiarity with Atmospheric Science and energy balance in the atmosphere
• Familiarity with global circulation models (GCM).
• Demonstrated capability to rapidly develop and deploy deep learning based image analytics models.
• Demonstrated capability in developing and deploying numerical weather prediction models Experience with acquiring, cleaning, and organizing large data using data sciences techniques and multi-core parallel or high-performance computing infrastructures.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau/Spotfire.
• Ability to connect learning from past academic environment to industrial research environment. Strong desire to solve complex, real world problems with ability to develop and validate solutions to narrowly defined technical challenges.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced, outcome-focused industrial research environment.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal guidance.

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 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. This posting is expected to close on April 16, 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.