Research Engineer - CFD & Methods

Job Description Summary
As a Research Engineer in the CFD and Methods team in the Aero-Thermal Mechanical Systems organization, you will perform research and development in computational fluid dynamics of next generation technologies, for turbomachinery and non-tradition turbomachinery products.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Independently execute tasks using your technical skills for projects in the field of computational fluid dynamics.
• Work as part of a team executing on multi-generation technology programs to enable future design advancements.
• Participate in the development of high-fidelity computational analyses techniques
• You will use both proprietary and commercial CFD solvers.
• Participate in validation & verification efforts to advance computational methodologies and/or to demonstrate new technologies.
• Interface with experimentalists to ensure high quality data acquisition.
• Develop ideas and concepts to improve the combustion efficiency and thermal performance and operability of various components in GE Aerospace products.
• Collaborate with the GE Aerospace engineering community to communicate and validate state-of-the-art combustion and thermal prediction methodologies and analysis systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines OR Masters in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related disciplines with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience in geometry modeling and meshing. Specifically, in computational geometry, commercial pre-processing packages, computer science, data structures and software development.
• Demonstrated proficiency in meshing & using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), hi-fidelity LES based approach and high-performance computing.
• Experience and knowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, and CFD.
• Ability to investigate, model and provide critical insight into complex physical flow phenomena
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Good communication skills and ability to interface with senior leaders and customers with clarity and confidence.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• 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.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Desired Characteristics:

• At least 3 years of industrial or research experience in turbomachinery design and analysis Demonstrated proficiency in meshing & using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), hi-fidelity LES based approach and high-performance computing.
• Outstanding programming skills including expertise with FORTRAN, C++ and Python.
• Passion for science and technology and clear evidence of innovation and creativity.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The base pay range for this position is $80,000 - $150,000 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 based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 30th 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, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. 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. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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