{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"255a8767538c09b60dd4e75a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/255a8767538c09b60dd4e75a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/255a8767538c09b60dd4e75a","title":"Lead Static Structures Design Engineer","description":"Overview Northstar Aerospace, now part of Avio Aero - a GE Aerospace Company, is a leading independent manufacturer of components and assemblies to the global Aerospace industry. Our principal products include gears and transmissions, accessory gearbox assemblies, rotorcraft drive systems, and other machined and fabricated parts for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. We also provide maintenance and repair and overhaul (MRO) on these platforms.\nIn this context we are reinforcing the focus to excellence in aeronautical Mechanical Transmissions (i.e. accessory drive-train, power gearboxes and rotor drive systems) with an expansion of the Design Engineering team in the US offering distinctive solutions to our customers.\nRole The Lead Static Structures Designer will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the static structures of mechanical transmission systems across the full New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle, from concept and preliminary design to certification and entry into service. They will also deal with already in-service products to support new make parts or overhaul.\nResponsibilities Lead the design and validation of static components (e.g. housings, brackets, adapters, mounts) with a strong focus on casting-derived parts for both power and accessory applications.\nOwn the static structures design definition across the NPI process: concept design, detailed definition, prototype manufacturing/procurement, testing and certification.\nCreate and update 3D models and 2D drawings using standard CAD tools while ensuring adherence to GE design standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Perform tolerance stack-ups, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and design for manufacturability (DFM) to ensure robust, producible designs.\nSupport both new programs and legacy in-service products, including quality note dispositions to ensure continuity of hardware deliveries.\nGuide Finite Element (FE) simulations to characterize component behavior and guide product definition in line with integrity, life, cost, weight and performance requirements.\nContribute to strengthening the team’s technical capability in these areas.\nUse experience and expertise to solve complex technical problems, define and execute objectives for yourself and the broader part-family team, and contribute to both short-term program milestones and long-term business goals.\nDesign sub-systems and components, identify design alternatives, define and agree CTQs (Critical to Quality), perform scoring and trade-offs, and down-select the optimal solution to meet performance/cost/weight targets.\nSupport System Engineers and customer discussions on static structures topics (trade studies, risk assessments, etc.).\nContribute to Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposal (RFP), defining product architecture and technologies, and leading technical trade studies.\nCapture and interpret system requirements and contribute to the flow-down to static component design, including certification strategy and design specification release.\nExtend contributions across the product lifecycle, including advanced technology development and service/support phases when needed. Apply knowledge of gearbox technical requirements, design processes, technologies, and materials for structural applications.\nProvide technical leadership in design reviews, substantiating and endorsing proposed design solutions.\nSupport the Sub-Section Manager in coordinating internal and external design activities, defining scope of work and technical specifications, and assessing the team’s capabilities.\nProvide functional coordination and technical leadership to peers working on the same part-family.\nStay current on the state of the art in the discipline, apply best practices, and proactively propose improvements to senior experts and the wider community.\nWork closely with a global team in Italy and the US, coordinating part family scope and ensuring alignment across sites.\nTravel up to 50% (domestic and international).\nRequired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college\nMinimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical systems’ static structures (ideally gearbox technical requirements, design process and solutions, technologies, and materials for typical light alloys structure applications)\nPreferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited university or college\nKnowledge of power gearbox manufacturing processes, including understanding of gearbox technical requirements, design processes and solutions, and technologies/materials for aeronautical static structures (e.g. light alloys, mounting system alloys, coatings for corrosion and protection)\nExperience with CAD and CAE tools, such as Unigraphics NX (or equivalent) and Nastran / Ansys (or equivalent)\nKnowledge of structure design and analysis tools and methods\nClear, structured thinking and a diligent, systematic approach to problem-solving\nCuriosity and passion for mechanical design\nSignificant experience in mechanical transmission design, gained on mechanical transmission systems/components and/or helicopter Rotor Drive Systems\nInternational experience in the aeronautical field (study, work assignment, or project experience abroad)\nExperience in functional coordination or technical leadership of small teams\nExperience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes in aerospace or similar high-technology industries\nCompensation and Benefits 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.\nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Short Term and Long-Term Disability; Life and AD&D Insurance; Employee Assistant Program; Employee Service Awards (service and recognition); Performance Bonus.\nAdditional Information This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).\nGE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity 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. 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Our principal products include gears and transmissions, accessory gearbox assemblies, rotorcraft drive systems, and other machined and fabricated parts for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. We also provide maintenance and repair and overhaul (MRO) on these platforms.\nIn this context we are reinforcing the focus to excellence in aeronautical Mechanical Transmissions (i.e. accessory drive-train, power gearboxes and rotor drive systems) with an expansion of the Design Engineering team in the US offering distinctive solutions to our customers.\nRole The Lead Static Structures Designer will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the static structures of mechanical transmission systems across the full New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle, from concept and preliminary design to certification and entry into service. They will also deal with already in-service products to support new make parts or overhaul.\nResponsibilities Lead the design and validation of static components (e.g. housings, brackets, adapters, mounts) with a strong focus on casting-derived parts for both power and accessory applications.\nOwn the static structures design definition across the NPI process: concept design, detailed definition, prototype manufacturing/procurement, testing and certification.\nCreate and update 3D models and 2D drawings using standard CAD tools while ensuring adherence to GE design standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Perform tolerance stack-ups, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and design for manufacturability (DFM) to ensure robust, producible designs.\nSupport both new programs and legacy in-service products, including quality note dispositions to ensure continuity of hardware deliveries.\nGuide Finite Element (FE) simulations to characterize component behavior and guide product definition in line with integrity, life, cost, weight and performance requirements.\nContribute to strengthening the team’s technical capability in these areas.\nUse experience and expertise to solve complex technical problems, define and execute objectives for yourself and the broader part-family team, and contribute to both short-term program milestones and long-term business goals.\nDesign sub-systems and components, identify design alternatives, define and agree CTQs (Critical to Quality), perform scoring and trade-offs, and down-select the optimal solution to meet performance/cost/weight targets.\nSupport System Engineers and customer discussions on static structures topics (trade studies, risk assessments, etc.).\nContribute to Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposal (RFP), defining product architecture and technologies, and leading technical trade studies.\nCapture and interpret system requirements and contribute to the flow-down to static component design, including certification strategy and design specification release.\nExtend contributions across the product lifecycle, including advanced technology development and service/support phases when needed. Apply knowledge of gearbox technical requirements, design processes, technologies, and materials for structural applications.\nProvide technical leadership in design reviews, substantiating and endorsing proposed design solutions.\nSupport the Sub-Section Manager in coordinating internal and external design activities, defining scope of work and technical specifications, and assessing the team’s capabilities.\nProvide functional coordination and technical leadership to peers working on the same part-family.\nStay current on the state of the art in the discipline, apply best practices, and proactively propose improvements to senior experts and the wider community.\nWork closely with a global team in Italy and the US, coordinating part family scope and ensuring alignment across sites.\nTravel up to 50% (domestic and international).\nRequired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college\nMinimum of 3 years of experience with mechanical systems’ static structures (ideally gearbox technical requirements, design process and solutions, technologies, and materials for typical light alloys structure applications)\nPreferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited university or college\nKnowledge of power gearbox manufacturing processes, including understanding of gearbox technical requirements, design processes and solutions, and technologies/materials for aeronautical static structures (e.g. light alloys, mounting system alloys, coatings for corrosion and protection)\nExperience with CAD and CAE tools, such as Unigraphics NX (or equivalent) and Nastran / Ansys (or equivalent)\nKnowledge of structure design and analysis tools and methods\nClear, structured thinking and a diligent, systematic approach to problem-solving\nCuriosity and passion for mechanical design\nSignificant experience in mechanical transmission design, gained on mechanical transmission systems/components and/or helicopter Rotor Drive Systems\nInternational experience in the aeronautical field (study, work assignment, or project experience abroad)\nExperience in functional coordination or technical leadership of small teams\nExperience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes in aerospace or similar high-technology industries\nCompensation and Benefits 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.\nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Short Term and Long-Term Disability; Life and AD&D Insurance; Employee Assistant Program; Employee Service Awards (service and recognition); Performance Bonus.\nAdditional Information This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).\nGE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity 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. Relocation Assistance Provided: No\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-06-18T03:26:59.206Z","dateModified":"2026-06-18T03:26:59.206Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Northstar Aerospace","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Chicago","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"255a8767538c09b60dd4e75a"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/255a8767538c09b60dd4e75a"}}