**Job Description Summary**

Lead mechanical engineer responsible for supporting design, analysis and testing of GE Unison Rockford products. This support includes new product development, field issues, research, and production support. The products include bleed air pneumatic valves and linear actuators, used in aerospace applications

This role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures.



*This position will sit onsite Monday-Friday at our Loves Park, IL facility.



**Job Description**



**Roles and Responsibilities**



+ Experience in mechanical component design, analysis, and testing.

+ 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 engineering for all products

+ Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline including, but not limited to, aviation actuation systems, pneumatic valves, and/or hydraulic systems.

+ 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 judgment 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 Engineering from an accredited college or university (or High School Diploma / GED from accredited school or institution and a minimum 7 years of experience in engineering, design, or technology)

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, design, or technology



**Desired Characteristics**



+ Proficient with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks and/or NX

+ Experience with aviation pneumatic, hydraulic, or fuel actuated valves.

+ Experience with NPI (New Product Introduction) design and development, including the process flow

+ Proficiency with the ANSYS suite of analysis tools.

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

+ Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

+ Knowledge of tollgate processes and aviation FAR 25 and FAR 33 certifications.

+ Engineering change processes

+ Familiarity with AS9100

+ Familiarity with LEAN methodology and principals.



_This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment._



**Additional Information**



GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://assets.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/GE11GLOBAL/en\_global/desktop/assets/images/poster\_screen\_reader\_optimized\_w\_supplement.pdf) . 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 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).



As a federal government contractor, GE may in the future be required to have U.S. employees fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Some GE customers currently have vaccination mandates that may apply to GE employees.



**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes