Staff Software Engineer – Preliminary Design Mechanical Tools

Job Description SummaryAs a Staff Software Engineer in the Advanced Design Tools organization, you will lead software development for all mechanical aspects of preliminary engine design. You will be dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products and solutions that drive innovation and enhance productivity. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development of sophisticated, state-of-the-art, physics-based tools for the preliminary design of the mechanical domain, pushing the boundaries of technology and engineering excellence. This exciting opportunity involves working collaboratively with the engineering team to advance tools and methods for the preliminary design of the mechanical domain, ensuring alignment with next-generation technology needs.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.

• Lead the preliminary design of mechanical suite tools and technology assessments.

• Challenge current processes, anticipate problems, and create innovative solutions.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to define and refine the strategy for mechanical tools.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to teams, ensuring proper documentation and communication of project status.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in processes and methodologies, with the ability to adapt and improvise in various situations. Expert in navigating through ambiguity and prioritizing conflicting tasks.

• Implement solutions in the platform and framework of GE Aerospace, using CAD like NX and ensure proper validation, review, and documentation of analytical tools and methods

• Follow standard SDLC process for tool release and updates (Code update, Integration, Compilation, Testing, Validation, TG review and Release)

• Act as a strategic leader with a strong engineering background who thrives in dynamic environments, with the ability to drive innovative solutions and guide others through challenges.

The Ideal Candidate

• Ideal candidate should have experience in 8 years of experience in a mechanical engineering and 5 years of software development experience in customizing design tools using NX, C++ Python or similar programming languages.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s or bachelor’s in engineering with specialization in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited college or university.

• Hands on experience with turbomachinery design and familiar with gas turbine tools or design development

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a mechanical engineering position.

• Minimum 5 years of software development experience in customizing design tools using NX, C++ Python or similar programming languages.

• Strong knowledge of NX-Modeling

• Exposure to SDLC processes and experience in deploying customized tools to users.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university.

• Have 8+ years of professional or research experience in an aerospace or mechanical engineering domain.

• Ability to analyze and resolve problems and demonstrate systems thinking.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Experience leading global cross-functional teams.

• 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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