Lead Test Engineer
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Job description
Turbine Engine Test Engineer is a specialized mechanical or aerospace engineer responsible for validating the performance, durability, and safety of gas turbine engines. Works in test cells, conducting both R&D testing and production acceptance tests, using data acquisition systems to analyze performance data, and troubleshooting issues found during testing., + Test Planning & Execution: Develop, document, and execute engine test plans, procedures, and test cases.
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Data Acquisition & Analysis: Operate, troubleshoot, and utilize computerized data acquisition systems (DAQ) to monitor real-time performance, including pressures, temperatures, and vibrations.
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Performance Evaluation: Analyze test data using Python, MATLAB, or specialized modeling tools (e.g., NPSS) to verify engine operability, durability, and efficiency.
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Test Facility & Instrumentation: Design and integrate instrumentation (sensors) onto test rigs and engines.
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Troubleshooting & Rework: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or software issues and coordinate with technicians to perform repairs.
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Safety & Compliance: Ensure all testing adheres to safety protocols (e.g., OSHA), environmental standards, and customer-specific quality requirements.
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Reporting: Document test results, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to engineering teams and customers.
Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing, quality, mechanical, systems or aerospace engineering experience)
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Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing, quality, mechanical, systems or aerospace engineering experience
Desired Characteristics & Experiences
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Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
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Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
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Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
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Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
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Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
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Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
Benefits & conditions
- Dependability: Consistently appearing for scheduled shifts and willingness to work overtime (approximately 2 weekends a quarter).
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.
