Senior Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment will own the design, development, and validation of rotating machinery for aerospace power generation systems. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for electric motors, generators, and associated rotating equipment used in aircraft electrical power systems-helping deliver safe, reliable, and efficient products for our customers. You will lead new mechanical designs, develop and improve design practices, and provide mentorship and guidance to other engineers, while collaborating across disciplines to bring advanced electrical power solutions to life.

GE Aerospace EPISCenter in Dayton, OH is the headquarters for Aviation Power Engineering. Here, you will apply your engineering expertise to meaningful, cutting-edge programs, including hybrid-electric aircraft, electrification of next-generation military platforms, advanced SiC-based power electronics technologies, and more. If you enjoy hands-on engineering, you'll also have access to a 155,000 sq ft world-class laboratory that includes 6 high-power test cells totaling 15 MW, EMI test chamber, electronics and rapid-build prototype labs, Real-time simulator lab with the latest test and development equipment. You will be part of a team that designs, tests, and delivers state-of-the-art electrical power systems that enable the future of flight.

GE Aerospace Electrical Power designs, manufactures, and delivers advanced electrical power systems for commercial and military aerospace applications. These systems are critical for powering aircraft, enabling efficient operation, and supporting the growing demand for electrification in aviation. GE Aerospace's electric power solutions are engineered to meet the highest standards of safety, quality, reliability, and performance, ensuring seamless integration into modern aircraft platforms.

Key areas of focus include power generation, distribution, conversion, and management systems tailored for commercial, military, and business aviation. GE Aerospace leverages cutting-edge technology, lean manufacturing principles, and decades of expertise to drive innovation in electrical power systems, supporting the industry's transition toward more sustainable and energy-efficient aerospace solutions.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of aircraft power generators and rotating equipment using sound engineering principles, while adhering to business standards, procedures, and product/program requirements
• Provide strong mechanical engineering design and analysis leadership on complex rotating machinery
• Apply structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis tools (such as ANSYS) and CAD tools (such as NX) in the development and validation of designs
• Lead the mechanical design of rotating equipment (rotors, stators, shafts, bearings, seals, housings) for aircraft electric power systems
• Own the development of 3D models, 2D drawings, and engineering specifications in accordance with aerospace and GE Aerospace standards
• Perform and/or review structural, fatigue, dynamic, and tolerance analyses to ensure robust performance, life, and design integrity
• Ensure proper mechanical integration of rotating equipment within the electric power system and the overall aircraft installation
• Support and interpret component- and system-level testing, including test planning, data review, anomaly resolution, and test reporting
• Lead root cause investigation and corrective action implementation for development and production issues (for example, vibration, wear, premature failures)
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to deliver integrated, producible solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design methods, standard work, and best practices, and mentor early-career engineers in rotating equipment design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 8 years of design, analysis, and/or product development experience

Additional Information

• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
• Ability and willingness to sit on-site at the facility in Dayton, OH

Desired Characteristics

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering (for example, MSME) or equivalent depth of technical experience in rotating equipment
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., NX, Creo) and mechanical drawings, including application of GD&T
• Experience performing structural and fatigue analysis of rotating components in demanding environments
• Approximately 10+ years of experience working in a safety-critical, regulated industry (aerospace or similar)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional technical discussions and influence design decisions
• Experience with aircraft electric power systems or other aerospace mechanical systems and applications
• Knowledge of rotor dynamics, vibration, bearings, seals, and balancing of rotating machinery
• Hands-on experience with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) for mechanical analysis and validation
• Familiarity with aerospace environmental and qualification standards (e.g., DO-160 or equivalent military/civil standards)
• Demonstrated mentoring and technical leadership experience, with a focus on continuous improvement of tools, methods, and team capability

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
• Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• And more!

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