Advanced Lead Engineer Combustion Aero Design
GE Aerospace · Posted Nov 1
Commercial and military aircraft engines, propulsion systems, and aviation services
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About the role
The John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is GE Aerospace's multidisciplinary research and engineering center, where engineers and scientists have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents and breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing. This role sits in combustor aero design, applying high-fidelity 3D CFD to LNG-fueled aero-derivative gas turbine combustors for land-based power generation, covering airflow, fuel injection, reacting flow, combustion dynamics, and emissions. The engineer will lead design and analysis work with a multi-site global team, validate test results with CFD, and support entry into service of improved designs.
What you will do
- Perform 3D CFD (RANS & LES) modelling of LNG fueled gas turbine combustors for land-based power generation applications involving airflow, fuel injection and reacting flow, combustion dynamics and emissions modelling, etc, to evaluate/propose new designs and understand impact on CTQs like fuel air mixing, emissions, combustion dynamics, durability, etc in order to support product improvements and entry into service.
- Lead & demonstrate engineering problem solving and decision making through active program execution, planning, communication with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Release down-selected designs or solution strategies for rig and engine testing, by going through proper review processes.
- Work with team members of varied experience: provide guidance to less experienced team members, and take help from more experienced members as required.
- Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Use prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy. Strive for continuous improvement of design processes and tools.
- Use engineering judgment and show ability to propose solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Use prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Demonstrate technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university with graduate level courses on combustion, fluid thermal sciences, AND >3yrs’ (3-8 yrs) industry experience in relevant disciplines like Combustion systems design, CFD analysis, testing and validation.
- OR, PhD degree in combustion sciences (numerical or experimental) from an accredited university with >1 yrs’ (1-5 yrs) of industry or post-doc experience in relevant domain
- Proficiency in combustion/aero-thermal CFD modelling & design processes. Suitable competency in commercial CFD tools like Fluent/StarCCM, Spaceclaim, solid modelling tools like Unigraphics, 1D flow and reactor networks, or analytical design tools, and programming tools like C/C++
Preferred qualifications
- Proficiency in Combustion/Aero-thermal fundamentals, Numerical methods
- Original thinker, passion for continuous improvement and willingness to adapt/innovate
- Independent worker with strong sense of ownership and responsibility
- Effective team-player, execution rigor & demonstrated program management skills while working within cross-functional, diverse and global teams.
- Passion for continuous improvements or demonstration of LEAN concepts understanding and application
- Global mindset with keen ability to innovate & challenge the status-quo.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, turboprops, and integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation. Following the historical transformation and spin-offs of the broader General Electric conglomerate, the company operates as a pure-play aerospace and defense leader. It powers a vast installed base of commercial and military aircraft globally while heavily investing in next-generation propulsion, additive technologies, and sustainable flight.
- Industry
- Aerospace
- Company size
- 57000 employees
- Founded
- 1917
- Location
- Evendale, Ohio, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Rahul Ghai
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Mohamed Ali
President and CEO, Commercial Engines & Services
Amy Gowder
President and CEO, Defense and Systems
Christian Meisner
Chief Human Resources Officer
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