Job Description Summary
At Aerospace Research we invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep the flying public and the armed forces safe, and to lift one another and our communities, remains our north star. Our purpose is what ties us to one another and gives meaning to our work.
The specialist role in the Material Mechanics and Durability organization is responsible for developing the understanding of novel materials and material systems through experimental design and execution. As a specialist you will plan, conduct and co-ordinate experiments to probe fundamental behavior of materials and subcomponent geometries. You will participate in development of state-of-the-art life prediction methods for fatigue, creep and fracture of advanced material systems. You will also support critical field issues through testing and analysis.
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Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Aerospace Research colleagues to identify and resolve technical challenges for high temperature testing of materials.
- Safely operate and maintain mechanical testing equipment including MTS and Instron servo-hydraulic frames, pumps, data acquisition systems reactors, LASER and vacuum systems.
- Troubleshoot and oversee the repair of equipment
- Be responsible for responding to system alarms, including after hours as needed
- Be responsible for tracking and ordering supplies and consumables
- Work with trades and other equipment specialists
- Invent and patent when appropriate
- Collaborate with Aerospace design communities in the development of test methods, stress analysis and lifing methods for Ceramic Matrix Composites, barrier coatings and superalloys.
- Deliver effective presentations, reports and publications to engineering staff, GE Aerospace and external agencies.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Experience with mechanical and thermal testing of materials
- Ability to troubleshoot test equipment
- Understanding of instrumentation, data acquisition systems, fixtures and test procedures
- Experience with mechanical equipment such as compressors, blowers, pumps.
- Ability to adapt to new processes
- Ability to work with diverse, high-paced teams
- Willing to work government funded programs
- Mature attitude and deep understanding of lab safety protocols
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals, now or in the future, for this job opening
- Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with infrared cameras
- Familiarity with LASER systems
- Experience with computational modeling tools such as NX, ANSYS, Hypermesh etc.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as MATLAB, Python and VBA
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
The base pay range for this position is 60,000 - 110,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on May 01, 2025
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the 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