**Job Description Summary**

The Systems Test Staff Engineer for the Advanced Programs Systems Engineering team will demonstrate accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives, particularly as related to the test design, setup, and execution for technology demonstrators and engine integration for future military aircraft systems. In this role you will own demonstrator engine focused on the maturation of key advanced technology.



**Job Description**



**Key Responsibilities:**



+ Manage scope, schedules, coordination, and execution of assigned test activities.

+ Coordinate with customer on technical and installation requirements.

+ Manage coordination with various test sites and testing groups.

+ Lead cross functional teams in the execution of the demonstrator tests.

+ Lead and provide key technical direction on multiple projects and follow-on efforts with critical business impact.

+ Assure technical quality excellence, timely completion of work and reviews, appropriate use of resources, and responsiveness to customer / program needs.

+ Respond to request for proposals and request for information from external customers.

+ Facilitate communication of technical and business information between organizations and within the work group

+ Work with Senior/Senior/Principal Test Engineers

+ Communicate with management on technical, financial and programmatic issues.

+ Ensure proper documentation of technical efforts.



**Required Qualifications**



+ Bachelor's degree in engineering from accredited university or college (or high school diploma/GED with 6 years' experience in systems engineering).

+ Minimum of 5 years' experience in engineering and/or technical program management role.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance



**Desired Characteristics**



+ Knowledge of engine qualification procedures and requirements

+ Experience working with DoD customer and processes.

+ Experience working early engine development and integration programs.

+ Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market, and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business.

+ Experience with the DoD acquisition process

+ Strong communication skills

+ Multiple years of engine test and/or instrumentation experience

+ Knowledge of GE test facilities and strong internal network within Test Services Engineering.



_This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment._



**Additional Information**



GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://assets.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/GE11GLOBAL/en\_global/desktop/assets/images/poster\_screen\_reader\_optimized\_w\_supplement.pdf) . 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 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