Lead Research Engineer - Material Mechanics and Durability - Aerospace Research

Job Description Summary

At Aerospace Research we play a vital role in supporting the industry through a historic recovery while shaping the future of flight. We invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep safe the flying public and the armed forces, and to lift up 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 Lead Research Engineer role in the Material Mechanics and Durability organization is responsible for developing the understanding of novel materials and material systems. As a Research engineer you will conduct and co-ordinate experiments to probe fundamental behavior of materials. 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 analysis and testing.

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose:

At Aerospace Research we play a vital role in supporting the industry through a historic recovery while shaping the future of flight. We invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep safe the flying public and the armed forces, and to lift up 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 Research Engineer role in the Material Mechanics and Durability organization is responsible for developing the understanding of novel materials and material systems. As a Research engineer you will conduct and co-ordinate experiments to probe fundamental behavior of materials. 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 analysis and testing.

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical testing of aerospace materials ( including ceramic matrix composite, nickel based superalloys, ceramic coatings, polymer matrix composite and others)
• Familiarity with high temperature experimental techniques, data acquisition systems, digital image correlation, acoustic emission technique, Infrared camera thermal measurements etc.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Work with the internal customers to develop test plans, execute testing and maintain clear communication with customers during the process.
• Prepare clear presentations and guide the team on explaining outliers/debugging issues/refining plans
• Collaborate with Aerospace Research colleagues to identify and resolve technical challenges for high temperature testing of materials and constitutive modeling
• Collaborate across aerospace design communities in the development of component models, stress analysis and lifing methods Ceramic Matrix Composites, barrier coatings and superalloys.
• Develop and own technology roadmaps for various focus areas in computational and experimental mechanics.
• Participate in responding to government grants

Required Qualifications

• PhD in degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline or Master's Degree with 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will NOT sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be willing to work out of an office/lab located in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of MTS and Instron test systems.
• Relevant experience in experimental test techniques (Nickel based superalloys and CMC materials).
• Domain knowledge in gas turbine design and gas turbine lifing technologies.
• Experience with ANSYS APDL and CAD/Meshing packages (UniGraphics, Pro-Engineer, Hypermesh etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 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/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close March 31st, 2026

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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, 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 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