Job Description Summary
Test Systems Engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline that provides product and hardware validation through the design and creation of test facilities and hardware that generate product relevant test environments, design and integration of state-of-the-art instrumentation and data systems, and execution of product tests from early technology maturation through system certification.
The Test Systems Engineer - New Technology Introduction Lead Test Owner role is responsible for coordinating activities across functional teams to define and execute specific technology maturation test activities. The Lead Test Owner will focus on a subset of testing activities of low to moderate complexity and/or within specific technology domains. The Lead Test Owner is expected to operate with limited oversight, relying on senior colleagues and CTHs providing technical guidance and mentoring.
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The candidate will work closely with the Engine Systems, Design, Supply Chain, and the global Test Organization to derive test requirements, define critical infrastructure, instrumentation, and data system needs, and design test plans that support technology readiness level milestones.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Defines interfaces between Engine Systems, Test Facility Design, and Operations.
- Recommends approaches to meet technical and program requirements.
- Integrates customer requirements into NPI and qualification planning.
- Executes test and capability improvement plans aligned with program and business strategic objectives.
- Determines the specific expertise needed to execute on test requirements and coordinates resources and schedules to meet requirements.
- Develops and manages program schedules and budget baselines to meet business objectives.
- Supports risk and opportunity boards and leads team execution to minimize program risk exposure.
- Uses high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational, product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and is able to construct and provide recommendations. Uses multiple internal and some external sources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in design, systems integration, or qualification engineering.
- Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires a U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
- Ability to travel out of state a minimum of 15% annually.
Desired Characteristics
- Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Active U.S. government Secret Security Clearance, preferred with AP approval.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence across the matrix.
- Exposure to aviation engine design or certification requirements.
- Experience with GE NPI Tollgate and Military Qualification processes.
- Demonstrated experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes