Advanced Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component and Test

Job Description SummaryActivities contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical As an Advanced Lead Engineer with GE Aerospace, you'll be part of a highly respected team of Engineers and Designers developing solutions and high-reliability electrical/mechanical products. As a member of an Integrated Product Team an Advanced Lead Mechanical Engineering role covers a range of projects from Bid and Proposal (B&P), New Technology Introduction (NTI), New Product Introduction (NPI), Production, and Test. This role is responsible for leading design, analysis, technical reviews, and testing of GE Aerospace products. The product range includes aerospace electromechanical/pneumatic bleed air valves and electromechanical linear actuators. The role operates with some autonomy but is guided by standard functional practices and procedures. This position is full time, onsite, in Loves Park, IL.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert on electromechanical/pneumatic valves and/or electromechanical actuators.

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work would include mechanical and/or electrical engineering for all products.

• Leader in new product development, de-risking of a technology (technology maturation) and directing technical team members.

• In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area. 

• Uses some level of autonomy and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technology from an accredited university.

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering, design, new product development, technology maturation, and assisting / directing technical team members.

Desired Characteristics

• Highly motivated with ability to work independently.

• Detail oriented with strong oral and written communication skills.

• Effective problem identification and solution skills.

• Demonstrated experience with Electric Motor, RVDT, Resolver, and electric component problem solving and design.

• Knowledge with CAD, preferably SolidWorks and/or NX.

• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

• Demonstrated background in new product development, technology maturation, and directing technical team members.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

• Familiarity with tollgate process, DO-160 testing, and FAR 25/FAR33 certification.

• Familiarity with AS9100.

• Familiarity with LEAN methodology and principals. 

The base pay range for this position is $105,600 - $140,700. 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 January 5, 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)).

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