Test Engineer

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Job Description Summary A Test Engineer is responsible for providing technical and operational leadership for engine test activities supporting development and production programs. This role leads the planning, coordination, and execution of complex test campaigns. The Test Engineer serves as a key interface across Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Facilities, and Technical Support teams to ensure test readiness, flawless execution, rapid issue resolution, and continuous improvement. This role is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, drive decisions across competing priorities, and proactively identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The role also retains ownership responsibility for multiple test cells and drives strategic initiatives including cell upgrades, process improvements, maintenance planning, and lessons learned implementation across programs and platforms. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities • Lead planning, coordination, and execution of multiple engine tests in support of development and production program goals • Provide technical and operational leadership across test activities, balancing priorities, resources, schedules, and cell availability • Partner with Engineering and Product teams to develop test requirements, support new product introduction, and ensure smooth transition from development to production • Oversee pre-test readiness, including test plans, required documentation, hardware and tooling, specialized equipment, and test cell preparation • Lead tollgate, readiness, and technical reviews to ensure test scope, risks, and execution plans are fully aligned before start • Direct engine setup, installation, and test execution in coordination with technicians, facilities, data teams, and other support functions • Monitor test progress, communicate status to stakeholders, respond to technical and data requests, and escalate risks or constraints as needed • Drive troubleshooting and rapid resolution of engine, facility, instrumentation, and data system issues during test execution • Ensure accurate and timely completion of test documentation, post-test summaries, lessons learned, and closure of follow-up actions • Maintain ownership for multiple test cells, including operational readiness, maintenance coordination, reliability, and performance • Lead continuous improvement efforts such as process changes, cell upgrades, kaizens, and lessons learned read-across across programs and platforms • Capture team feedback, prioritize improvement opportunities, and drive implementation through closure and sustainment Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Engine Test Operations or similar). Desired Characteristics • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Test Operations or similar). • Strong technical depth combined with operational leadership capability • High level of ownership, accountability, and independent judgment with the desire and willingness to learn. • Ability to anticipate risks, remove barriers, and drive execution across organizational boundaries • Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels • Strong collaboration, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills • Commitment to safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance • Demonstrated success working in a unionized manufacturing environment, with understanding of role boundaries, partnership expectations, and effective coordination across represented and salaried teams. • Humble and coachable: Approaches others with respect, stays agile in changing situations, and is eager to learn. Actively seeks out and is receptive to feedback, using it as an opportunity for growth and continuous improvement. • Relationship-builder and accountable leader: Builds strong, effective relationships across teams, communicates clearly, and fosters collaboration while also holding teams accountable for commitments, performance, and follow-through. • Proactive problem solver: Brings strong analytical thinking and sound judgment, challenges existing processes when needed, and solves problems in a way that keeps production moving smoothly and minimizes disruption. The base pay range for this position is $98,900-$124,200. 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/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 11, 2026. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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