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GE Aerospace · 20 hours ago

Senior Research Scientist – Thermal Spray - Aerospace Research

Niskayuna

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$100K/yr - $205K/yr

7+ years exp

GE Aerospace is focused on developing advanced materials and manufacturing technology for the future of flight. The Senior Research Scientist – Thermal Spray will lead research in thermal spray technologies, driving innovation and strategy for GE Aerospace products while collaborating with various stakeholders.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and lead basic and applied research in thermal spray to enable current and future GE coating technologies

Understand and control key components of thermal spray processing (powder, nozzle dynamics, robotics and automation, dimensional monitoring, etc) to optimize microstructure and performance of resulting coatings

Partner closely with GE Aerospace’s internal product departments, global R&D sites, external and internal material developers, strategic suppliers, and universities

Serve as technical focal for thermal spray processes/related methodologies and guide technical vision and strategy

Identify long-term technical challenges and specific growth opportunities in thermal spray technologies for current and future GE Aerospace products. Develop research objectives and action plans to address these opportunities

Identify and capture funding for innovative ideas through the preparation and submission of proposals to external agencies (AFRL, ARL, NRL, ONR, AFOSR, DOE, ARPA-E, and others)

Capture intellectual property through patent filings or trade secret documents

Lead technical reviews of key programs to ensure the right technical approach and quality are being delivered to our customers

Develop strong networks across GE Aerospace and external customers (including academia, government agencies/labs, and other partners) to build teams focused on maximizing outcomes and accelerating innovation

Serve as a mentor for less experienced researchers

Deliver effective presentations, reports, publications to GE Aerospace Research, GE Aerospace, government agencies, and professional societies when appropriate

Qualification

Thermal spray technologiesMaterials Science expertiseProcess-structure-property relationshipsResearch funding acquisitionCross-disciplinary team leadershipTechnical acumenCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsMentoring abilities

Required

This position requires U.S. Citizenship

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years' experience

Deep expertise in thermal spray technologies to develop coatings for aerospace applications and demonstrated understanding of process-structure-property relationships for coatings

Demonstrated ability to learn new areas of research and solve complex technical problems

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to understand customer needs and industry trends to guide strategy, make decisions, and communicate priorities

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs with diverse stakeholder groups

Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Preferred

PhD in Material Science and Engineering with 7+ years of relevant professional experience in applying thermal spray technologies to develop coatings and solutions for industrial applications

Demonstrated experience at identifying and capturing funding for innovative ideas across a broad network of external agencies

Track record of peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations

Experience in leading cross-disciplinary research teams

Experience in transferring technology from the laboratory to commercialization

Strong technical acumen paired with an ability to understand a wide range of technology domains

Demonstrated thought leadership and ability to lead through influence and collaboration

Passion for hands on development and laboratory work

Excellent communication skills at all levels of an organization