Lead Power Systems Engineer opportunity at GE Aerospace. Join a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and implement next-generation power systems for aircrafts, space vehicles, marine and land platforms.

Job Description

Lead, shape, and execute a vision for increased electrification of aero and space vehicles through collaboration with customers, government agencies, universities, and stakeholders. The electrification involves utilization of electric power systems for more electric vehicles (typically aircrafts), for propulsion augmentation, and other vision of electric power in vehicle context.

Develop breakthrough vehicle electrification technologies in areas including, but not limited to system design, control solutions, electric machines, electronics, and materials.

Develop, validate, and refine control algorithms for conventional and non-conventional electric machines using simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS) and experiments.

Lead and perform electric machines – power converter system integration while working closely with electric machine design team.

Deliver effective presentations, reports, and publications to GE Aerospace Research, GE Businesses, government agencies, professional societies, and peer‑reviewed journals.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field with at least 5 years of experience, primarily focused on controls applied to electric machines (Electrical Engineering preferred), or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience.

A track record of demonstrated success and execution of systems engineering and a flow down to solutions involving electrical and control systems design.

In‑depth knowledge of electrical systems including electromagnetic, thermal as well as mechanical technology aspects.

Experience in direct or indirect leadership of a cross functional team of engineers.

US Citizenship is required.

Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.

Excellent customer engagement skills.

Working knowledge of simulation tools including Simulink, AFSIM, and PLECS.

Must be willing to work onsite in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Characteristics

PHD with 2 years of experience with electric machines.

Expertise in dielectric materials for motors, generators, and power cables.

Machine design expertise using finite element analysis tools.

Excellence in power system unit and supervisory controls including drives, exciters, and energy management controls.

Security clearance.

MBA.

Programming languages including Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, and other languages used for real time unit and power controllers.

Experience in the aerospace industry and proven ability to develop proposals and securing programs in US government DoD programs.

Base pay range: 90,000 – 175,000 USD annually. Additional annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary. Position will close on November 10, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse‑based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax‑advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

Additional Information 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

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