Job Description SummaryIn the GE GE Aerospace Electric Power ATO (Advanced Technology Organization), you will work with senior, talented engineers on breakthrough technologies for various military and commercial applications. One such program the ATO is actively working encompasses Hybrid Electric representing the future of the aviation industry. Together along with partners such as NASA, GE Aviation is defining game changing technology for the aviation industry to ensure the long-term viability of our planet. The Senior Engineer activities for Controls include contributing to the design, development, troubleshooting, and verification of closed loop control systems for products, solutions, and systems for the Aviation industry.At GE Aerospace in Dayton, OH the EPISCenter is the headquarters for all of Aviation Power Engineering. At this facility you have an opportunity to put your engineering training and skills to use. Our Engineers are focused and challenged on developing new technologies and delivering state of the art products such as Hybrid Electric aircraft, the latest military platforms, and SiC technology to name a few. Plus, if you like hands-on work, there is also a 155,000 sq ft lab that includes 6 high power test cells totaling 15 MW, an EMI chamber, an electronics lab, a rapid build prototype lab, and a real time simulator lab with all the latest equipment.Big News! GE Aerospace to invest up to $20 million to add a new test cell and equipment at the Electrical Power Integrated Systems Center (EPISCenter) in Dayton, Ohio, to meet increased demand for hybrid electric aircraft engine component testing in coming years.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesAnalyze customer requirements and select best power converter topologies to meet the requirementsCreate control algorithms and simulate power systems using MATLAB/Simulink andPLECSor equivalent simulation tools to support design effortsWork with software team to implement embedded control algorithms in digital signal processors and/or FPGA as the application dictates.Tune the control loops, troubleshoot, and verify control algorithms for power electronic products such as converters and inverters that control various equipment such as motor/generators in the lab environmentTest embedded motor controller or power electronic circuits through digital communication, debugger, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and Bode plot machines in a lab environmentWork with customers both internal and external to troubleshoot issuesLead the validation efforts to test functionality of equipmentRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or collegeMinimum of 6 years of experience within an engineering roleThis role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.Desired CharacteristicsMaster's degree in Electrical Engineeringfrom an accredited university or college3 years of experience developing controls systems for power electronic/rotatingequipment applicationsStrong knowledge of various types of motors, their analytical models for simulation and controlsStrong knowledge of power electronic circuits, topologies, and their characteristicsHands on experience in C embedded programming, microprocessors and their peripheralsExperience with FPGA designs and ability to read hardware description languageAbility to understand schematics and PCB layoutHands-on experience of operating standard electronic test equipment; oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, frequency generators, signal analyzers, etcSome of our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employmentPermissive time off policy for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan Tuition Reimbursement Life insurance and disability coverageAnd more!This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.Additional InformationGE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual 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 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).Relocation Assistance Provided:Yes
