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The experienced Senior Turbine Aerodynamicist will lead advancements in high and low-pressure turbine design for aircraft gas turbine engines and industrial gas turbine products. This role requires accountability for functional, business, and overarching company objectives. As an experienced Senior Turbine Aerodynamicist, you will develop and integrate processes to address organizational needs, tackle complex challenges within your area of expertise, engage in long-term strategic planning, and contribute to the company's overall business strategy. Additionally, the experienced Senior Turbine Aerodynamicist collaborates with the Turbine Aerodynamics Design Board. Depending on the candidates’ qualifications the job may be offered as a controlled title. Job Description
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in Turbine Aerodynamic Design and Analysis, collaborating across various domains within and outside of the pyramid discipline and demonstrating expertise across multiple phases of the product/technology lifecycle (e.g., design, manufacturing, assembly, testing, field operations, and repair).
Promote systems thinking, risk mitigation, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., TOPS8D, PSR) while actively engaging stakeholders.
Utilize and mentor others in the Design Execution Quality (DEQ) process (e.g., DCRs, DRs, producibility reviews) and apply robust product/process improvement tools to reduce significant variations impacting product performance and process yield.
Identify opportunities for improvement and drive the implementation of improved designs, methods, processes (including design, industrialization, and production), tools (including AI), machinery, or systems across domains, sites, or organizations within the pyramid, challenging the status quo while managing risk.
Evaluate gaps and develops, communicates, and maintains Engineering or Manufacturing Practices Manuals, such as Design Practices, Design Process Templates, and Lessons Learned.
Demonstrated record as a technology visionary able to utilize academia trends, industry trends and GE proprietary advancements to influence Design Boards and organization leaders to develop and execute robust strategies.
Lead program issue resolution efforts to meet customer and/or regulatory expectations across domains, sites, or organizations within the pyramid.
Optimize designs and processes to maximize business value through cross-domain, site, or organizational collaboration.
Drive coaching, mentoring, and training initiatives within the domain, site, or organization, with a focus on engaging early-career personnel.
Identify and address strategic gaps in domain, site, or organizational health.
Foster a culture of psychological safety, ensuring all voices are heard, respected, and encouraged, particularly when leading initiatives.
Demonstrate calm maturity and clear thinking under pressure and effectively influence organizational leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
For US Candidates only:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and a minimum of 15 years of relevant technical experience.
OR
Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and a minimum of 14 years of relevant technical experience.
OR
PhD from an accredited college/university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and a minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience.
For European candidates only:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with an emphasis in turbomachinery aerodynamics, and major relevant technical experience.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
For US Candidates only:
Master’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering relevant to turbomachinery aerodynamics with minimum of 14 years of engineering experience OR Doctorate Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering focused on aerodynamics/compressible flows
Ability to apply first principles physical thinking to solving problems and developing technology strategy within the discipline
Knowledge of advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and aerodynamic testing techniques
Self-starter, utilizing innovative problem solving to drive solutions on complex issues
Flexible, friendly, and inclusive; comfortable working in multi-disciplinary global teams
Demonstrated group facilitation and collaboration skills
Exceptional communication skills, comfortable preparing and giving impactful technical presentations
Highly motivated and passionate
Keen listener and innately driven to succeed
This position offers the flexibility to be performed remotely or onsite at our headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role will require in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1
The base pay range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 USD Annual. 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 on 12/1/2026.
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.
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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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