Principal Engineer - Electrical Systems

GE Aerospace

Niskayuna, New York, United States
Base: 130,000 – 240,000 usd annually; bonus: eligi...
Hybrid
Electrical power system design expertise
System trades and analysis capabilities
Power systems controls implementation
This role requires shaping and driving a comprehensive electrical systems electrification roadmap while making critical trade-offs across multiple disciplines

Job Summary

  • This role requires shaping and driving a comprehensive electrical systems electrification roadmap while making critical trade-offs across multiple disciplines.
  • The successful candidate will originate and lead major research programs with key government agencies such as DARPA, NASA, and AFRL.
  • GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and tuition assistance.

Matching Summary

This role requires shaping and driving a comprehensive electrical systems electrification roadmap while making critical trade-offs across multiple disciplines.

Salary

Base: 130,000 – 240,000 USD annually; Bonus: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus based on percentage of base salary; Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time-off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electrical power system design expertise
  • System trades and analysis capabilities
  • Power systems controls implementation
  • Leading major government research programs
  • Mentoring and developing engineering teams

Nice-to-have

  • Deep domain expertise in hybrid propulsion
  • Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
  • Experience with semiconductor microelectronics technology
  • Active U.S. security clearance status
  • Collaboration with academia and government labs

Key Requirements

  • PhD with 5 years industry experience or Masters with 10 years
  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • Eligible for U.S. Government security clearance
  • Willing to work out of Niskayuna, NY office
  • Track record of originating R&D projects

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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