Job Description Summary At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company, we’ve been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for engine and mechanical transmissions applied to both civil and military aviation.
The Advanced Lead Gears and Shaft mechanical Designer's prime responsibility will be to perform design activities related to gears of aeronautical mechanical power transmissions for future applications and lead hardware procurement for technology demonstrators (flight demos included).
Job Description
You will use expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to affect short-term and some long-term business goals
Essential Responsibilities
In addition you will:
- Use your technical knowledge expertise on gears and shafts for aeronautical power gearboxes
- Execute technical feasibility studies and concept design of mechanical transmission components, with a focus on gears design, for next engine opportunities (Next Gen Narrow Body, Hybrid Electric platforms)
- Design sub-system and components identifying alternatives, agreeing upon design CTQs, scoring and down-selecting optimal solution to achieve product performance/cost/weight.
- Capture system requirements, flow-down to components definition identifying relevant validation needs
- Execute detailed design of GBX components for test vehicles and technology maturation needs
- Proactively manage activities with other departments and suppliers (concurrence design)
- Issue the technical documents relative to the components design according to engineering policies and procedures (presentations as well as analysis reports)
- Contribute to and participate as a presenter in technical and program reviews
- Manage source technological substantiation and non-conformances assessments (MRB)
- Train new hires on gears and shafts design
- Lead activities related to development findings, components performance and investigations (test requests, test data postprocess, laboratories investigation)
- Use of design tools: CAD as Unigraphics NX, and CAE as Nastran, Ansys and in-house S/Ws. Transmission 3D for gears micro-geometry design
Qualifications/Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited university or High School technical Diploma with relevant experience in a similar role
- Good knowledge of fundamental mechanical design concepts, mechanics of materials, design hand calculations
- Experience on supply chain processes and HW procurement
- Have strong engineering outlook, hands-on engineering foundation and eager to learn
- Clear thinking and diligent approach
- English and Italian language knowledge, both written and oral
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Work Visa, according to local regulation, is required
Desired Characteristics
- Creativity and curiosity
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong technical aptitude
- Solid oral and written communication skills
- Analytical thinking skills
- Passionate, curious and enthusiastic for engineering challenges
- System mindset and problem solver
What we offer
Smart working and work life-balance
Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.
Total Rewards
At Avio Aero, We Understand The Importance Of Total Rewards. As a New Joiner To Avio Aero We Are Pleased To Offer The Following Welcome Benefit Plan
- Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
- Flexible benefits platform
- GE Aerospace share plan
- Life and injury insurance
- Private medical cover
Job Description Summary The GEnx Productivity Leader is a position in the Services Cost team. The core function of the role is to lead the productivity process for his/her respective product line. Responsibilities will include growing the CSA productivity pipeline through project identification, management, and application to the CSA financials. Develop the Cost Genba schedule based on data analysis and own/lead events in overhaul and repair shops around the world to drive cost out. The role will include growing a network across various functions of the Aviation business, understanding the product line, partnering with the Services business, Engineering, Product Line and MRO shops to deliver cost out strategies and execution for Time on Wing (TOW) projects, Engine Workscoping and Engine maintenance costs.
Responsibilities
This position offers excellent leadership development and an opportunity to link technical depth and operational execution with the commercial acumen.
Job Description Essential Responsibilities:
- The core function of the role is to lead the productivity process for his/her respective product line. Responsibilities will include growing the CSA productivity pipeline through project identification, management, and application to the CSA financials.
- Develop the Cost Genba schedule based on data analysis and own/lead events in overhaul and repair shops around the world to drive cost out. The role will include growing a network across various functions of the Aviation business, understanding the product line, partnering with the Services business, Engineering, Product Line and MRO shops to deliver cost out strategies and execution for Time on Wing (TOW) projects, Engine Workscoping and Engine maintenance costs.
- This position offers excellent leadership development and an opportunity to link technical depth and operational execution with the commercial acumen.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Significant experience in the Services & Services Project Management or commercial area
- Shop Floor experience, and in particular MRO experience is highly preferred
- Experience working with cross functional teams and Senior Executives
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience in the Aerospace industry would be desirable
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with critical partners and break down barriers and collaborate to accomplish business objectives
- Ability to operate in white space to design and execute strategies
- Established project management skills
- Lean expertise and demonstrated ability to implement in a business/transactional setting
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and lead programs / projects
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
