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About the Role

GE Aerospace is pioneering the use of Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) in commercial and military aerospace applications. As a Senior Research Scientist, you will play a key role in advancing these materials and processes for cutting-edge GE Aerospace products, focusing on developing fiber-reinforced CMCs engineered to excel in extreme environments and shape the future of aerospace technology.

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct fundamental and applied research to advance processes and technologies for ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) relevant to GE Aerospace and external funding agencies.
Develop innovative CMC material systems tailored to a wide range of GE Aerospace products, including commercial and military applications.
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for both new and existing CMCs in a laboratory setting.
Identify technology trends in advanced CMCs and develop technical roadmaps to address them.
Investigate material degradation mechanisms and develop strategies to enhance the durability and performance of CMCs in extreme environments.
Support existing CMC product lines by partnering with supply chain and manufacturing teams to perform root cause analysis on emergent issues and deploy robust technical solutions.
Collaborate with GE Aerospace's internal product teams, global R&D sites, and external material developers to accelerate advancements in CMC technology.
Mentor less experienced researchers.
Prepare and submit research proposals for external funding.
Contribute to intellectual property development through invention disclosures and patents.
Communicate research findings effectively through presentations, technical reports, and publications.

Requirements

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of experience, or MS with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
Experience developing and processing continuous fiber reinforced CMC material systems, including understanding how architecture, interfaces, matrix, and processing impact mechanical performance.
Hands-on experience with material processing and optimization, and use of process–structure–property relationships to improve performance and/or manufacturability.
Proficiency with materials characterization methods and ability to relate results to material behavior, processing history, and performance.
Working knowledge of degradation and failure mechanisms in high-temperature ceramic or composite systems and ability to use this understanding to guide material and process design.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex, multi-disciplinary technical problems by applying fundamental scientific principles and data-driven analysis.
Ability to learn and adapt to new research areas as priorities and technologies evolve.
Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience documenting and presenting technical results.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Willingness to work on-site at GE Aerospace’s Niskayuna, NY location.
Willingness to work on government-funded programs.

Skills

Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs)
Fiber-reinforced CMCs
Material processing
Material characterization
Degradation mechanisms
Failure mechanisms
Technical problem-solving
Data-driven analysis
Written communication
Oral communication
Research proposal writing
Intellectual property development
Statistical analysis
Data analytics
Statistical process control

Location

Niskayuna, NY

Work Type

On-site
Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Minimum 7 years of experience with PhD
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with MS

Education Level

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline
MS in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline

Salary/Compensations

$100,000 - $205,000 USD Annually

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and programs to support health and wellbeing
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

About the Company

GE Aerospace is pioneering the use of Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) in commercial and military aerospace applications.
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

Equal Opportunity

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.
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)).
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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.