Impact Dynamics is the critical domain in aircraft engines as it correlates directly to design and certification. The Impact Dynamics Tools and Methods team is responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining state-of-the-art tools and platforms that enable accurate impact dynamics simulations and analysis. The main objective is to provide GE engineers with robust, automated tools for pre-test predictions, design optimization, and certification by analysis, thereby minimizing engineering tests and building confidence with regulating bodies.This role focuses on developing and maintaining customized impact dynamics tools, workflows, and platforms that integrate CAD, meshing, explicit dynamics solvers (LS-DYNA), and post-processing capabilities. The Lead Engineer will gather enhancement requests from impact dynamics users, implement numerical methods and algorithms, maintain software quality through rigorous SDLC processes, and empower users by resolving technical challenges. The team is enabling GEs vision by developing physics and data-driven engineering tools for improving aircraft engines and providing GEs customers better value.Job Description
Site OverviewEstablished in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is our multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.
Role Overview
Design, develop, validate, and deploy methods, algorithms, and software tools for Impact Dynamics applications (Fan Blade Out, containment, bird/ice impact, etc.)
Gather enhancement requests from impact dynamics engineers and translate them into numerical methods and tool capabilities
Implement tool enhancements while safeguarding connectivity between interfacing tools/methods such as NX, Hypermesh, LS-DYNA, and post-processing utilities
Follow detailed SDLC processes for tool releases including code development, integration, compilation, testing, validation, and deployment
Create user interface (UI) specifications and develop workflows that streamline impact dynamics simulation processes
Ensure on-time deliverables for NPI/Sustaining/New Technology programs through effective tool support
Work on strategic POCs targeted at enhancing tools capability considering latest industry trends in explicit dynamics and impact simulation
Strong collaboration with the project team, impact dynamics analysts, GE Partners & onsite/offsite vendor groups
Work collaboratively for risk resolution and project management
Ideal Candidate:
Ideal candidate should have experience in Fortran, C, C++, Python, Perl
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors/Masters/PhD Degree in Mechanical/Civil/Aerospace Engineering or Computer Science with minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience
Minimum 3 years of software development experience in customizing CAE tools or explicit dynamics solvers using FORTRAN/C/C++/Python
Proficiency in using CAD (NX), CAE/FEA (ANSYS, Hypermesh, etc.) and Explicit Dynamics (LS-DYNA) software
Exposure to SDLC processes and experience in deploying customized engineering tools to users
Ability to develop, modify and utilize custom computer codes in various languages such as LS-Prepost cfile, ANSYS APDL, Python, Fortran, C/C++, VB.net, VBA, TCL/TK, etc.
A self-starter who will see a problem, identify solutions, and attempt different creative ways to solve it
Ability to work in a cross-functional environment with strong communication and presentation skills
Must be a team player with good problem-solving and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in aerospace/energy industry with sound knowledge of Mechanical/Structural/Impact Dynamics Analysis
Demonstrated awareness of industry and technology trends in aerospace, explicit dynamics, and data science
Proven skills in CAE process integration (CAD → Meshing → Solver → Post-processing)
Experience with Hypermesh API, NX API, and LS-DYNA customization
Build multi-type program interfaces, resolve dependencies, and deploy software packages
Exposure to LEAN & Agile principles
Should be aware of ML and optimization methods
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to influence others
Passionate towards learning impact dynamics simulation methods and developing innovative tools
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
