Job Description Summary

As a Advanced Lead Engineer-Process Modeling, you will collaborate with engineers and scientists across the enterprise to advance cutting-edge manufacturing processes, including Additive Manufacturing, Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs), Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), and Advanced Coatings. You'll apply numerical methods and physics-based modeling to solve complex manufacturing challenges and translate models into scalable, real-world solutions in aerospace. Success in this role includes accelerating process development, optimization and qualification, improving yield and quality, and enabling new product introductions.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

You will:

• Conduct research in an interdisciplinary team environment focused on the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes, including metal and ceramic additive manufacturing, composites, coatings, and related areas.
• Partner with business stakeholders and customers to define clear problem statements and measurable success criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, materials, manufacturing) to establish scope, technical approach, and action plans; engage directly with stakeholders to track progress against deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead the development of physics-based models for new manufacturing technologies and translate model outputs into process parameters, controls, and monitoring strategies.
• Maintain model libraries, calibration datasets, and verification/validation plans to ensure accuracy and currency.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to execute technical plans; design experiments to validate models and expand material and process capabilities; document results to enable knowledge sharing in applicable systems.
• Build alignment and consensus with project stakeholders on multi-phase deliverables, milestones, and goals.
• Produce decision-ready analyses that support readiness, qualification, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate results and recommendations effectively through written reports and oral presentations to broader teams, including leadership, highlighting significant developments and implications.
• Foster a strong customer focus by prioritizing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost in all activities.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline with at least 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in one of these disciplines with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in numerical methods (e.g., Finite Element Method, FEM) applied to chemical and/or mechanical engineering problems.
• Proficiency in scientific software development using languages such as C, C++, Python, and Fortran.
• Strong foundation in simulation and modeling of Multiphysics and Multiscale manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, CMCs, PMCs, coatings, casting, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to independently translate complex industrial manufacturing processes into physics-based analytical models to predict performance, optimize processes, and drive improvements.
• Ability to synthesize analysis into actionable recommendations and measurable results.
• Proven cross-functional communication skills and stakeholder alignment across teams.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS :

• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, one or more established commercial software platforms such as Ansys Mechanical, Fluent / CFX, LS-DYNA, COMSOL Multiphysics, Abaqus, ProCast, FLOW-3D CAST, DEFORM, Simufact or others.
• Experience with manufacturing process development in areas such as additive, composites, coatings, casting, forging, and welding.
• Experience in material & process modeling for metallic and ceramic materials and process-microstructure-property understanding.
• Experience with modeling transport phenomena with chemical reactions
• Experienced in applying machine learning and AI tools to enhance materials and process physics-based modeling for industrial use cases.
• Proven track record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings in process modeling.
• Highly innovative, self-motivated, and able to conduct research independently.
• Strong influencing skills with customers, management, and project teams.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and flexibility.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and partner with other organizations to execute research projects.

The base pay range for this position is 90,000 - 175,000 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 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.

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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