Principal Engineer – Thermal Management and Systems – GE Aerospace Research

Principal Engineer – Thermal Management and Systems – GE Aerospace Research

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Located in Niskayuna, New York, GE Aerospace Research builds on GE’s 125+ years of industrial research heritage, tackling challenging engineering problems through multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative technologies. We create and sustain solutions to maintain competitive advantages for GE Aerospace and our customers.

Role Overview: As a Principal Engineer in The Thermal Management and Systems Laboratory, you will be a recognized technical leader guiding research teams in developing solutions for thermal management, propulsion, and power challenges. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, shape technological roadmaps, oversee project execution, and mentor technical talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in shaping technical visions for thermal management, power, and propulsion systems.
• Develop relationships across GE Aerospace Research and with external partners.
• Identify technical challenges and growth opportunities in collaboration with product and engineering teams.
• Design and demonstrate innovative solutions for thermal loads in aerospace systems.
• Mentor and develop technical talent within the team.
• Manage technology roadmaps and funded projects.
• Lead proposals and external opportunities, including government grants.
• Shape team competencies and provide technical leadership.
• Drive IP strategy and innovation disclosures.
• Present research findings to leadership, government agencies, and at conferences.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate or Master’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
• Deep knowledge in thermal management, propulsion, and systems engineering.
• Experience modeling complex systems and conducting trade-off analyses.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Government Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Willingness to work in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in aerospace energy systems, system modeling, and component analysis.
• Familiarity with simulation tools like MATLAB, Simscape, Modelica, GT-Suite, etc.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in system optimization.
• Experience with component testing, data acquisition, and instrumentation.

The salary range is $130,000 - $240,000 annually, with potential bonuses. The posting closes on September 30, 2025. Benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and more.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; eligibility depends on U.S. citizenship or lawful status.

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and only employs individuals authorized to work in the U.S. Relocation assistance is provided.