Lead Engineer – Mechanical Systems - Lube & PV

Job Description SummaryThis opening is for a Lead Engineer in Mechanical Systems to design & analyze Lube, pressurization, and vent system and associated hardware (seals, sumps) to lubricate and cool the bearings. This position is open in MSE Module Section at GE Aerospace, JFWTC-Bangalore working on a Future of Flight engine program.

The Lead Engineer will own the design, analysis, and technology maturation of mechanical systems hardware, ensuring robust, certifiable, and competitive solutions for aircraft engines.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 GE Aerospace’s multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Pushing the boundaries of innovation every day, engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.

Role Overview:

• Own end-to-end design & analysis of lube, pressurization, and vent (LPV) component design (for example: sumps, scavenge/supply features, vent lines, seal interfaces) from concept through detailed design and engineering validation.
• Interpret schematics, perform guided pressure-drop/thermal calculations, and run existing models with supervision
• Model and assess oil and air system performance  (flows, pressures, scavenge capability, vent capacity etc) across the operating envelope
• Flow down engine/system requirements into component requirements; define key characteristics (flow, pressure, temperature, sealing, life/durability)
• Perform/coordinate analyses supporting LPV design (oil/air flows, pressure losses, vent capacity, thermal impacts, structural integrity, tolerance stack-up, reliability/DFMEA)
• Support component and system tests (rig, engine, acceptance). Define instrumentation needs, review data, troubleshoot anomalies, and close requirements
• Partner with design, bearings/seals, controls, gearbox, thermal, durability, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure solutions are implementable and verifiable.
• Identify opportunities to improve robustness of LPV designs and processes; capture lessons learned and standard work
• Exercise engineering judgment to propose solutions beyond standard parameters with mentorship, leveraging technical skills and analytical thinking
• Operate as an individual contributor with strong interpersonal skills and provide informal mentorship to newer team members

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors/ Master’s Degree in Mechanical/ Thermals/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in component mechanical design, thermal & flow models , & exposure to Thermal FE/CFD analyses
• Proficiency in application of Geometry (line sizes, orifices etc.), hand calculations/ 1D flow models, thermal analysis, basic CFD, and optimization methods for design evaluation
• In-depth understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, Fluid mechanics, thermal analysis
• Understanding of Mechanical Systems and Components (Sumps, Seals, Bearings, Lubrication & Pressurization Systems)
• Ability to evaluate and improve designs based on interdisciplinary design criteria
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualification:

• Exposure on design and analysis of Bearing sump pressurization & venting components and systems
• Product knowledge about Aircraft engines or Gas turbine
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Experience on solving multi-disciplinary problems
• Awareness of Lean/Six-sigma methodologies
• 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.

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Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.  

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