Staff Engineer – Mechanical Analysis
General Electric
Lynn, MA · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Job Description Summary Contributes to the design and development of products, solutions, and systems, including technical improvements to existing products and components. Leads, plans, and executes stress evaluation activities critical to product performance and program execution. In addition to technical responsibilities, the role helps manage the product line through active engagement with cross-functional teams, coordination of priorities, and execution support across multiple projects. The position also requires frequent mentoring of engineers and project resources to strengthen technical capability, ensure consistent execution, and support development of the broader team. This role operates with moderate autonomy within established engineering disciplines and functional practices, applying sound judgment in execution and escalating complex issues as appropriate.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations, and sound engineering principles, in compliance with business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements. This includes mechanical engineering support for military products.
Lead and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural and rotating components of aircraft engines supporting NPI , certification, field and manufacturing support, component repair implementation, and related processes.
Manage elements of the product line by coordinating across cross-functional teams, aligning technical and program priorities, and helping drive execution across multiple projects.
Serve as a key interface across engineering, program, manufacturing, and quality teams to communicate priorities, resolve issues, and maintain alignment on deliverables and schedules.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and other assigned resources, supporting capability growth, knowledge transfer, and consistent execution across product line activities.
Develop deep technical expertise within the discipline and apply prior experience and technical judgment to support policy, strategy, and execution.
Demonstrate strong understanding of business drivers and how the work of the team integrates with adjacent functions and contributes to overall business objectives.
Exercise judgment in identifying and proposing solutions outside established parameters, with guidance for more complex or non-routine challenges.
Draw from internal technical resources, cross-functional partners, and prior experience to make informed decisions and solve problems effectively.
Function as a strong individual contributor or early people leader with proven interpersonal skills, providing informal leadership, coaching, and development support to newer team members.
Required Qualifications
For roles in USA - Batchelor's degree from an accredited university or college with at least 10 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
Desired Characteristics
Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
For Lynn, MA location:
The base pay range for this position is 149,500.00 - 198,950.00 USD Annual. 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 11/4/26.
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., isa “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.
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)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
GE Aerospace 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes