Job Description

You will:

• Perform processing, testing and characterization of metallic materials and coatings solutions.
• Identify key technical issues, develop new processes and iteratively improve system performance through experimentation and process optimization with assistance from scientists and engineers
• Independently own and operate various pieces of laboratory equipment, investigate novel material components and integrated material systems, and utilize basic analytical methods.
• Be responsible for the safe and compliant use/operation and disposal of hazardous chemicals and materials
• Build relationships with colleagues at GE Aerospace Research with a wide variety of technical expertise and business responsibilities.
• Be a member of a multidisciplinary team developing metallic materials and coating solutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Material Science & Engineering or related discipline.
• Prior experience with materials processing, testing and characterization.
• Prior laboratory experience with materials evaluations and characterization.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new areas of research
• Ability to work with diverse, high-paced teams
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY..

Desired Characteristics

• Hands-on metallography experience.
• Hands-on experience in metal powder handling, corrosion testing of metallic systems, materials testing and characterization.
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities
• Demonstrated passion for hands on work
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new processes
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills using innovative and hands-on solutions
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems
• Demonstrated capability to work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Strong interpersonal skills initiative, high self-confidence and have goals for a career in industrial research.

The base pay range for this position is 60,000 - 110,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on June 10, 2025

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

LI-MV1

Additional Job Description

Compensation Grade

PB2

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities Employer. 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 Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes