Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component

Job Description Summary This opening is for a GEnx/GE90/GP F&B Module Mechanical Design Advanced Lead Engineer within F&B Design Engineering section at GE Aerospace Bangalore Engineering Center.
Activities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components. You will be required to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team including but not limited to Supply chain, Assembly, Systems, Programs, Manufacturing Programs, Quality, Repairs, PSE, Materials and other functional teams to achieve the desired outcome for the module.

Job Description

Site Overview

Established in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is our multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.

Role Overview

In this role, you will report to GEnx/GE90/GP F&B Design Sub-Section Manager, GE Aerospace Bangalore Engineering Center. In addition, you will interface with organizations such as the Engineering, MRO, supply chain, CEO and services organization. As an Advanced Lead Engineer, your responsibility broadly includes:

• Lead and execute the design, analysis, test or integration of F&B Module rotor hardware using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
• Be the first point of contact from ID&B Design on any query from sourcing / supplier / fleet / repair / customer
• Execute & participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Collaborate and Communicate with all stakeholders on project status, business issues and significant developments as appropriate
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute programs and mentor other team members
• Demonstrate clear thinking, strong technical articulation, manage handoffs between different organizations
• Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical and program requirements, schedules, and customer commitments.
• Demonstrate collaborative work style and team-oriented behavior with a proactive example of communication internally and externally
• Responsible to support shops for Departure record resolution and shop visit cost reduction
• Should network & establish strong connections with Commodity CTHs, Cross functions teams viz. Shop, SC, Repair, MAE, CTPs and Shop technical teams to achieve the desired outcomes for module
• Leverage digital tools & analyze the data insights to drive appropriate actions on ESM limit extensions, special procedures, etc.
• Adopt Lean in day-to-day work for process improvements

Required Qualification:

• Bachelors/ Master s Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Aviation Engines or Turbo machinery Engineering position (design, analysis, systems, services)
• Strong Design creativity and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong project management skills including cross-functional coordination of activities
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization both internally and externally
• Ability and willingness to travel as required

Desired Qualification:

• Familiarity with Fan & Booser module
• Background on rotating parts analysis, design & manufacturing experience
• Previous experience in component hardware ownership role
• Ability to effectively manage multiple project responsibilities
• Ability to effectively interact with the customer
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

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