Senior Engineer / Technologist - Fire Safety

SummaryA proactive Flight Safety program is a critical component in the success of the GE Aviation business and our customers. As part of the Chief Engineers Office, Flight Safety & Reliability Engineers will provide independent, data-driven leadership across all commercial aircraft engine programs. This role requires interaction with a broad range of business and engineering organizations, internal and external to GE Aviation. The Fire Safety lead engineer will support proactive flight safety programs, participate in field investigations, and perform safety assessments.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

This role contributes to the proactive Flight Safety management strategy of GE Aviation & manages complex issues with a focus on fire safety.

Supports proactive assessments and fire hazard resolution plans, including root cause investigations and risk assessments, with the engineering and project organizations

Support proactive flight safety programs, field investigations, and safety assessments

Promote Flight Safety & fire safety improvements for new aircraft engine product designs within technical and program requirements

Produce and communicate statistical analyses of fleet risk within established GE- Aviation procedures and policies

Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments.

Lead or participate in program organizational efforts in assigned projects and/or tasks

Participate in technical and program reviews where Flight Safety & Reliability issues are discussed

Promote fire prevention and safety engine designs/ act as the fire safety subject matter expert on new engine development programs

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 6 years of experience in an Engineering role or equivalent

Hands-on knowledge of fire behavior of metallic and non-metallic materials

Desired Characteristics

Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Ability to develop analytical (heat transfer/ fluid flow) models to support investigations

In-depth knowledge of combustion and explosion, fire modeling, and fire detection and suppression

Knowledge of aircraft fire safety and/or willingness to learn and understand the FAR/EASA fire regulations

Familiarity with engine and aircraft certification

Familiarity with commercial aircraft engine programs, customers and operations

Knowledge of aircraft engine mechanical, control, and/or aero systems

Experience with engine component or system investigation and root cause determination

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Ability to guide and influence others/ network with other specialists

Demonstrated teaming skills

Demonstrated capability for statistical data analysis and logical presentation of results

Strong computer skills and ability to work without close supervision

Demonstrated process orientation and data-driven technical preparation in approach to work

Experience with database applications

Willingness to expend knowledge and capabilities in the risk assessment field

Ability to represent GE Aviation at customer reviews and system safety groups to address propulsion system safety issues.

Hands-on attitude and experience

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

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