Job Description
Summary:
The Engineer – Life Management demonstrates a technical expertise in executing projects to achieve program goals within the program schedule and processes. In this role, you will work in a cross-functional team engaged in GE Aviation commercial engines like GEnx, GE9X, GE90, and GP. You will be responsible for engine critical parts to certify safe and competitive life limits for the entire product life cycle.
Essential Responsibilities:
In this role, you will report to Life Management Sub-Section Manager, Services Engineering & EMS India, BEC, JFWTC Bangalore. You will be responsible for engine critical parts to certify safe and competitive life limits for the entire product life cycle. Additionally, you need to contribute to resolving field issues and enable repairs and serviceable limits. You will interface with other teams such as Life Cycle Engineering (LCE), Services Engineering, Systems, Projects, FAA, and EASA based on business needs.
- In-depth understanding of solid mechanics
- In-depth understanding of mechanical/thermal engineering fundamentals
- Sound knowledge of Fatigue (LCF and HCF) and Fracture mechanics
- Good Understanding of the manufacturing process and rotor hardware
- Experience in mechanical component analysis (FEA/CAE) and design
- Own and execute critical parts life management programs, repairs, and serviceable limits using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements
- Collaborate and Communicate with all stakeholders on project status, business issues, and significant developments as appropriate.
- Collaborate with regulatory agencies like FAA, and EASA and deliver life reports/technical memorandums for assigned programs.
- Contribute to Life Management Digital playbook.
- Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate clear thinking, strong technical articulation, and manage hand-offs between different organizations.
- Foster and inspire a collaborative work style and display team-oriented behavior with a proactive example of communication internally and externally
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Aviation Engines and Turbomachinery Engineering position (design, analysis, systems, services)
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
- Strong Design creativity and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization both internally and externally
Desired Characteristics:
- Knowledge of LCF, fracture mechanics, field failures, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with engine field problem resolution
- Familiarity with aircraft flight operations, engine performance, thermal and stress analysis
- Exposure to FAA requirements for life-limited parts
- Strong oral and written communication skills