As a premier NPI, NGP1 is fast paced and setting new standards for Edison Works. The Program Mechanical Design team is a large organization with multiple sub-teams. This role is aligned to a sub-team spanning multiple commodities and design phases, including cost-out design, hardware delivery, test, certification/qualification, and technical publications. This role operates in a highly cross-functional environment, enabling rapid learning and product maturation, and will help lead the charge on FLIGHT DECK adoption within Edison Works, applying lean principles to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost across the NPI lifecycle.
The NGP Lead Design Engineer owns the design, development, and qualification of advanced military products, specifically hot structural components. The engineer is responsible for planning/executing technical design tasks including analysis and manufacturing support of assigned hardware in addition to program management of hardware cost, weight, and schedule deliverables. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance. This position reports to an engineering manager in Evendale, OH with the opportunity to integrate with various internal and external engineering disciplines.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned components for advanced military products
- Adhere to business standards, practices, procedures, and product requirements
- Leverage prior mechanical design experience and broaden knowledge of one's own technical discipline to meet product deliverables within schedule and budget constraints
- Demonstrate systems-thinking mentality to understand how work of one's team integrates with others to achieve product requirements
- Exhibit autonomy to make decisions within a defined requirements framework while resolving design challenges in situations which require technical knowledge and judgment
- Review designs and consult with senior technical leaders for evaluation of work
- This role requires sound interpersonal skills to develop strong internal and external customer relationships by serving as an interface point within GE
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering from an accredited university
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a mechanical design or mechanical analysis engineering position
- This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance.
Desired Characteristics
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in mechanical, aerospace or similar engineering from an accredited university
- Possess an existing US Government Security Clearance
- Highly motivated, passionate about the NGP mission, and with strong communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve technical challenges with sound reasoning, project planning, execution, and documentation
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
- Team-oriented, growth-driven, and people-savvy: Demonstrates humility and a team-first mindset, shows strong drive and ownership to continuously improve outcomes, and brings high interpersonal awareness to communicate effectively, build trust, and collaborate across diverse stakeholders.
- Experience with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS and 3D modelling software such as NX Unigraphics
- Experience with structural component design and analysis
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional InformationGE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering from an accredited university
- At least 3 years of experience in mechanical design or mechanical analysis engineering
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- U.S. Person status, such as U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, or protected individual status, to access export-controlled information
- Experience with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS
- Experience with 3D modeling software such as NX Unigraphics
- Experience with structural component design and analysis
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, behavioral health support, and some on‑site healthcare options. Wellbeing programs emphasize physical, emotional, and social support and are often characterized as part of a top‑notch package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company contributions, long‑term financial planning tools, and vesting provisions. Legacy pension benefits remain for eligible employees despite the plan being frozen.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off offerings include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, personal days, and flexible work arrangements, with permissive PTO noted for some salaried roles. Family support includes generous parental leave and adoption assistance.
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