GE Aerospace Research Coatings- Thermal Spray and Coating Design

Fellow Intern At Ge Aerospace Research Polymers And Performance Coatings Laboratory

As a Fellow Intern at the GE Aerospace Research Polymers and Performance Coatings Laboratory, you will work closely and directly with the individuals who have a direct role in influencing and advancing the future of flight. Your project work will directly support researchers in the Thermal Spray Lab at GE Aerospace Research in their development of advanced surface solutions for the next generation of extreme environment-facing turbine components. You will participate in process development research and establishing process-property-performance relationships for thermally sprayed coatings that have potential applicability in future jet aircraft.

At GE Aerospace Research, employees are participating daily in innovation of the future of flight. An internship with us will provide valuable hands-on experience to help you launch your career in industrial research. Intern assignments are typically 12-14 weeks long; working side-by-side with experts in the field of materials processing, materials property, and thermal spray processing of materials. This program includes seminars on cross-center technology and soft skills development as well as opportunities for networking and showcasing project accomplishments. Are you ready to join our team of technology enthusiasts to help make GE's industrial assets safer and more secure to protect our world's most critical infrastructure?

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a full-time Ph.D. degree program in Materials Science, Engineering Science, or related disciplines at an ABET accredited university
• Permanent legal authorization to work in the US is required. This role is restricted to U.S. persons. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
• Willing to work at the GE Aerospace Research site in Niskayuna, NY
• Minimum GPA 3.0 / 4.0 scale

Desired Characteristics

• Experience working with thermal spray equipment and processes
• Working understanding of what a thermal spray coating is, how thermally sprayed microstructures form, and their properties in relation with their bulk counterparts
• Experience in metallographic specimen preparation techniques
• Experience in microscopy methods (Optical minimum, SEM Preferred)
• A working understanding of thermophysical property measurement techniques: Dilatometry, Laser Flash Analysis, DSC/DTA/TGA
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel and large data analysis
• Ability to communicate synthesized results in concise PowerPoint presentations

The pay range for this position is $1,000-$2,000 USD weekly. The specific weekly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. GE provides travel reimbursement and housing stipend for qualified interns.

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