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Fluidic Components Design Engineer - Accessories

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GE Aerospace

Fluidic Components Design Engineer - Accessories

Orbassano, Italy

Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company, we've been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for engine and mechanical transmissions applied to both civil and military aviation (i.e., accessory drivetrains, engine thermal management, turboprop & helicopter reduction gearboxes, etc.).

We are reinforcing the focus on excellence looking for a talented and experienced Fluidic Components Design Engineer who will cover the Hardware Owner position on Accessories design.
Who is the Hardware Owner? You will be responsible for almost all aspects of the part throughout its life cycle which includes concept studies, design, development, validation, production, field service of components for next gen mechanical transmissions, engines, and controls system through a deep collaboration with engineering, quality, and system departments.

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Job Description

The Fluidic Components Design Engineer will be part of the Controls Accessories & Marine (CA&M) - Fluidic Hardware Owner team.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Capture system requirements, flow-down them to assess components architecture and key characteristics
  • Collect, bargain and release technical requirements of components like pumps, filters, valves (i.e., thermal, bypass, relief), tanks, heat exchangers (produced using additive manufacturing or conventional technology), cooling fans and sensors (i.e., pressure and temperature)
  • Create definitions of parts, modules, and assemblies in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D models, tolerance stack-ups, in various electronic data formats to support analysis, manufacturing, assembly, tooling, and inspection
  • Lead and execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned components using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
  • Ensure design and hardware deliverables to internal and external customers, embracing Avio Aero design execution quality, within deadline agreed with technical leaders and/or program managers with respect to product lifecycle (from concept, through design and reviews gates, prototype and certification, field introduction, investigation and sustaining)
  • Issue the technical documents relative to the components design according to engineering policies and procedures (presentations as well as analysis reports, deliverables, certification reports, design record books)
  • Proactively lead and support as a presenter in technical and program reviews with senior engineers, program leaders, external companies, suppliers and customers
  • Prepare test plan and define pass/fail criteria, post process data acquiring, elaborating, deducing, and correlating them with physics phenomena
  • Support source technological substantiation and non-conformances assessments (MRB)
  • Support activities related to development findings, components performance and investigations (test requests, test data postprocess, laboratories investigation)

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Master's degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Aerospace, Physics or related STEM field from an accredited university
  • Robust knowledge of fundamental mechanical design concepts, mechanics of materials, design hand calculations, hydraulic and electrical disciplines
  • Knowledge in defining fluidic component design intent, lead analysis, support reviews, support procurement and validation in the all-product lifecycle
  • Previous proven working experience on fluidic mechanical components (valves, pumps, filters, pipes, sensors, fan, heat exchangers) and fluidic systems (fuel, oil, air) preferably in the aeronautical section
  • Fundamental knowledge of CAD (preferable Unigraphics) and Geometrical Dimensional & Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Practical use of MS Office (Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
  • Great accountability/collaboration & interpersonal/communication skills
  • Capability to interface with internal departments and to manage technical relationships with external companies, suppliers and customers
  • Fluent in Italian and proficiency in written and oral English
  • Work visa in accordance with local regulation is required

Desired Characteristics

  • Active team working capabilities
  • Strong oral and written communication skills - Italian and English
  • Highly motivated, passionate, curious, and enthusiastic about engineering challenges
  • Technical presentation skills (synthesis or details according to audience)
  • Clear thinking, system mindset and solving skills
  • Knowledge of aviation component certification process
  • NX, Ansys, Matlab, Simulink

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees' wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone's psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:

  • Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
  • Flexible benefits platform
  • GE Aviation share plan
  • Life and injury insurance
  • Private medical cover
  • Employee assistant program
  • Employee special awards (service and recognition)
  • Local special agreements and discounts
  • English and languages training for you and one member of your family
  • Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): 10040 Rivalta di Torino, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy; Bari, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-GAOGAYGLOBALR5002423EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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