Job Description Summary

The T901 Systems Qualification Engineer has responsibility for the successful planning, design, and execution of engine ground test vehicles in support of T901 engine qualification.

Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the users needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead assembly, instrumentation, and test planning activities for the assigned test vehicle(s) using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements
• Develop the engine qualification test plans in accordance with the T901 Engine Model Specification requirements
• Develop and maintain critical path plan for test vehicle development and test execution within program schedule and budget requirements
• Support the design and development of any special tooling or equipment needed to facilitate the engine test
• Provide technical leadership to engineering personnel/cross-functional team supporting the assigned project and drive resolution of technical issues and actions
• Facilitate regular technical meetings and reviews with engineering and program teams
• Provide timely communications with management on technical, program, organizational and resource issues
• Lead test design reviews with chief engineering office and ensure all action items closed in timely manner
• Participate in customer technical reviews, IPT meetings and SPOCT as needed
• Provide onsite technical leadership and guidance during engine assembly and testing
• Facilitate post-test inspections of all critical hardware and timely closure of all action items and hardware chits
• Write qualification test report(s) and ensure proper documentation of all test data, results and findings per business standards and best practices (e.g. DRBs, DPRs, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an engineering position.
• GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with engineering processes
• Experience in lean principles and associated tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs

The base pay range for this position is 128,800.00 - 171,350.00. 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 August 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.

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 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.