Lead Engineer – Thermal Dynamics

GE Aerospace

. Assist the System Engineer with developing the program’s system architecture and technical approach .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in thermal fluid systems analysis, modeling, and aerospace technical disciplines, with a strong focus on requirements management and technical verification. Proficient in developing system architecture and managing technical risks while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Thermal Fluid Systems AnalysisModeling Experience with VCS, LCS, and ACSDeep Expertise in Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Heat TransferStrong Oral and Written Communication SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

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Hard Skills

Thermal Performance AnalysisRequirements ManagementModeling and AnalysisNumerical Iterative SolversOptimization TechniquesEmbedded ControlsDevelopment Testing and AnalysisRoot-Cause Corrective Action AnalysisBasic CAD Experience in NXDeep Coding/Scripting Experience in MATLAB/Simulink or Python

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAbility to Document and PlanCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Vapor Cycle SystemsLiquid Cooling SystemsAir Cycle SystemsEnvironmental Testing MethodsMIL-STD-810DO-160

Industry Keywords

Aerospace Technical DisciplinesMechanical DesignElectrical SystemsSystem ControlsQualification Analysis and Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the System Engineer with developing the program’s system architecture and technical approach
Perform thermal and controls analysis, testing, and test analysis for system model correlation and performance requirements compliance assessment
Identify and manage program technical risks related to thermal performance
Serve as technical lead for modeling and analysis
Define measurable and attainable objectives and coordinate modeling and analysis activities with engineering functional groups
Work with the Systems Engineer and Program Manager to execute modeling, analysis, and testing development
Manage thermal and performance technical requirements
Assist with requirements traceability, decomposition, derivation, verification, and validation
Allocate and decompose high-level requirements into lower-level specifications for internal groups, components, and suppliers
Research and recommend improvements to technology, methodologies, toolsets, procedures, equipment, and systems
Communicate and collaborate with customers and suppliers during design development
Review and approve documentation for transition from prototype to production
Provide engineering support to troubleshoot and diagnose non-performing products
Perform root-cause corrective action analysis and capture lessons learned
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college and 8–10 years of relevant experience
Relevant advanced degrees, including an MS or PhD, may satisfy a portion of the industry experience requirement
Working knowledge of aerospace technical disciplines, including requirements management, technical verification and validation, mechanical design, materials, modeling/documentation, structural analysis, electrical systems, system controls, embedded controls, development testing and analysis, and qualification analysis and testing
Deep expertise in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
Experience with thermal fluid systems analysis and modeling
Understanding of nonlinear, gradient and gradient-free numerical iterative solvers and optimization techniques
Familiarity with aerospace requirements management methodologies and processes
Functional understanding of major aircraft systems, including environmental control systems, powerplant, electrical, hydraulics, controls, avionics, power generation, and structures
Experience with Vapor Cycle Systems, Liquid Cooling Systems, and/or Air Cycle Systems
Modeling experience with standard components in VCS, LCS, and ACS
Familiarity with environmental testing and qualification methods such as MIL-STD-810 and DO-160
Basic CAD experience in NX
Deep coding/scripting experience, preferably MATLAB/Simulink or Python
Expertise building, using, correlating, and maintaining steady-state and dynamic system models and architecting high-level controls
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to prove U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary / commission based on the plan
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Professional development
Relocation assistance