Advanced Lead Research Scientist - Ceramics - Aerospace Research - Aerospace Research

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Job Description Summary

As an Advanced Lead Research Scientist – Ceramics in the Materials Organization you will conduct research on developing advanced ceramic materials and processes for a broad range of current and future GE Aerospace products. Areas of focus include environmental barrier coatings (CMCs and EBCs) for extreme environments, thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), and functional ceramics for sensors and coatings.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

In this job you will:

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Conduct basic and applied research in processes for advanced ceramics of interest to GE Aerospace businesses and external funding agencies

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Develop novel advanced ceramics for various GE Aerospace products including but not limited to Civil and Military products and transition these technologies to GE Aerospace businesses

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Develop manufacturing processes for new and existing advanced ceramics in a lab and production environment

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Identify technology trends in advanced ceramics and develop technical roadmaps to address them

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

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Characterize and identify degradation modes and approaches for improving the lifetime of advanced ceramics in extreme environments

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Prepare research proposals for external funding

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Invent and patent when appropriate 

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

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

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PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years’ experience or Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of experience.

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Experience in material and process development

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Demonstrated understanding of ceramic property-process-microstructure relationships

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Demonstrated excellence in research through peer reviewed publications 

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Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems

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Excellent oral and written communication skills

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US Citizenship required

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

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS :

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Experience in characterization and testing of structural or functional ceramics

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Experience in chemical vapor deposition or chemical vapor infiltration

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Very good understanding of thermodynamics, degradation kinetics, phase stability and diffusion in high temperature material systems

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Experience transferring technology from the laboratory to commercialization

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Experience with slurry development

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Experience working on government contracts and preparing proposals

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Experience with statistical analysis, data analytics, and statistical process control

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Passion for hands on development and laboratory work

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Demonstrated ability to adapt to multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic working environment 

The base pay range for this position is 90,000 – 175,000 USD annually . 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 March 31st,  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 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes