Advanced Staff Thermal Systems Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop and take ownership of program architecture and technical strategies.

• Oversee technical development projects in collaboration with Program Management.

• Act as the technical lead for programs, coordinating efforts with internal engineers, vendors, and contractors.

• Recognize and manage technical risks alongside the Program Manager.

• Handle technical requirements through traceability, decomposition, derivation, verification, and validation processes.

• Break down and allocate high-level requirements into detailed specifications for functional groups, components, and suppliers.

• Guide and mentor junior team members while contributing to the development of the technical team.

• Function as a technical leader, aiding in engineering strategy and fostering team growth.

• Investigate and propose investments or modifications in technology, toolsets, procedures, equipment, and systems.

• Engage and collaborate with customers and suppliers throughout the design development phase.

• Evaluate and validate documentation for the transition from prototype to production.

• Offer engineering support to troubleshoot and diagnose underperforming products, including root cause analysis and lessons learned.

• Serve as the primary technical contact for clients.

• Lead a multidisciplinary project team consisting of experts in thermal analysis, installation, mechanical design and analysis, reliability, controls, electronics, software, and testing.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.

• At least 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering, ideally within Thermal Management Systems.

• Proficient understanding of aerospace technical disciplines, including requirements management, technical verification and validation methodologies, mechanical design, materials, modeling/documentation, structural analysis, thermal fluid sciences, electrical systems, system controls, embedded controls, development testing and analysis, and qualification analysis and testing.

• Knowledge of aerospace requirements management methodologies and processes, including traceability, decomposition, derivation, verification, and validation.

• Familiarity with major aircraft systems, including environmental control systems, powerplant, electrical, hydraulics, controls, avionics, power generation, and structures.

• Experience with Vapor Cycle Systems, Liquid Cooling Systems, and/or Air Cycle Systems.

• Knowledge of standard components in VCS, LCS, and ACS, such as heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, turbines, fans, valves, motors and motor controllers, and water collectors/separators.

• Understanding of environmental testing and qualification methods like MIL-STD-810 and DO-160.

• Experience using requirements management tools and model-based systems engineering tools and processes.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.

• Proven capability to analyze and solve problems effectively.

• Proven track record of leading programs and projects successfully.

• Ability to document, plan, promote, and execute programs efficiently.

• Established project management skills.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must demonstrate U.S. Person status: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee/refugee status.

• GE Aerospace will not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission according to the plan.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Company contributions towards retirement plans.

• Resources and planning consultants provided by Fidelity.

• Tuition assistance program.

• Adoption assistance available.

• Paid parental leave policy.

• Disability insurance coverage.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Paid time off for vacations or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Assistance with relocation as needed.