Lead Engineer - Product Definition

Job Description SummaryLead Engineer – Product definition
Operates as self-organized and driven resource responsible for the assigned engine/modules/domain deliverables that meet customer, partner, and program needs. In this role you will work with engineering, supply chain and other business functional teams to deliver complex aircraft engine designs. This role will utilize your experience to execute on various PDE responsibilities and to contribute towards tech community discussions, section, department and business wide continuous improvement and simplification initiatives.Job Description

Company Overview

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!

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:

• Create definition of parts, modules, and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 2D drawings, 3D reusable models in a linked model environment, tolerance stack-ups, change in design co- authoring and various other electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly, tooling, quality and inspection within expected cost, quality, and schedule
• Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrated with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology, or engineering. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. 
• Conduct self-reviews ensuring the appropriate standards and procedures are incorporated in the process.
• Works with engineering and supply chain partners to determine dimensional constraints and geometric tolerances required for proper clearances and fits while maximizing manufacturing producibility.
• Ensure all interfaces between components are established and agreed upon by Engineering design teams of mating parts and engine systems. Save applicable models to the Digital Engine then maintain and support up to date digital engine builds
• Export tag applicable definition created by self and responsible purchased services based on jurisdiction and exportability classifications
• Effectively utilize purchased service team members by preparing and sending work packages containing tagged hardware, definition of work scope, proper funding and due dates while monitoring progress and quality levels
• Work within the guidelines of applicable GE Aerospace Policies & Procedures, Engineering Standards, Specifications, Government and Commercial Standards, and special security requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate should have experience into GD&T, Unigraphics NX and PLM tools like Teamcenter & Vismockup 

Required Qualifications:

• B.Tech /B. E /Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with 5+ years of experience in the design drafting of mechanical components and subsystems
• Good hands-on experience with CAD tools like Unigraphics NX and PLM tools like Teamcenter & Vismockup 
• Adequate understanding of GD&T and Stack-ups

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Aviation engineering/Turbomachinery product definition standards/processes/tools
• ASME GD&T Certification
• Exposure to manufacturing processes
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills 
• Experience in project management
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Strong oral and written communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Desirable Qualification

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed 

• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative

• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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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