Job Description Summary
GE is seeking a Senior RCS Engineer – Field Operations & Test with experience and leadership in Radar Cross Section production and field supportability. The candidate will be responsible for leading design meetings, architecting RCS test plans, and setting RCS field supportability criteria using all available prep tools available within the RCS community. The role will evaluate both R&D and Production development to create and enhance the RCS field supportability roadmaps. Includes potential activities such as contributing to the design and development of RCS test fixture design, quality measurement planning and field test support and/or measurement definition and techniques. The role will act as a liaison to a wide base of customers, soliciting inputs and helping shape requirements depending on the unique needs of individual programs. At GE Aerospace Edison Works in Cincinnati, OH you will have the opportunity to work with airframer & government customers on the forefront of aerospace propulsion industry.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Act as RCS prime engineering focal to internal and external customers regarding RCS engineering supportability and logistics
- Participate on cross-functional teams assigned to check and verify fielded hardware based on customer requirements while providing timely communication on any issues or developments
- Execute, with limited guidance, the roadmap and maintenance plans for RCS engineering supportability and logistics on assigned programs
- Provide technical guidance, including test environment design, RCS component and system level test planning, and integration support for fielded hardware
- Articulate test plans and requirements to business leadership and program focals
- Mentor and lead organizational discussions around the RCS engineering logistics and support vision
- Collaborate with stakeholders on fielded product integration and execution – including but not limited to local and customer RCS test facilities for test support
- Demonstrate understanding of compact ranges, near-field and far-field measurements and EM component level supporting equipment and measurements
- Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments
- Interface directly with customers and travel onsite, as needed, to ensure model design execution
- As required, help setup and run design and analysis simulations required for pre-test prediction and test execution planning
- Participate in RCS Acceptance Test Procedure discussions and early test planning and setup
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science from an accredited University or College
- A minimum of 6 years of experience working with RCS engineering, design, test and near-field and far-field SAR testing equipment and compact ranges
- Must be a US Citizen and must be able to obtain and hold a Top Secret Clearance.
Desired
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited University or College
- Experience in RCS near-field and far-field measurements and RCS test planning is required
- Significant background and experience of RCS scattering phenomenology of engine related component hardware experience associated with the design, analysis, and testing of RCS models and hardware is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of RCS near-field & far-field physics & radar range test measurements
- Direct customer interface experience with the ability to act in the best interest of the RCS team and its customers
- Strong oral and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to influence others and lead small teams
- Effective problem identification and solution skills
- Proven analytical and organizational ability
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
