Research Scientist - Ceramic Matrix Composites

Job description

3345751
Additional Cities

Niskayuna
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Corporate
Business Segment

Corporate Global Research
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

New York
Postal Code

12309-1027
Role Summary/Purpose

As a Research Scientist - Ceramic Matrix Composites you will conduct research on developing advanced ceramic materials for high-temperature applications including Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs). The focus will be on material and process development through process-microstructure-property relationships.
Essential Responsibilities

You will: 

·  Conduct
basic and applied research in processes for developing stable, high temperature
ceramics of interest to GE businesses and external funding agencies
·  Characterize
and identify degradation modes and approaches for improving the lifetime of
high temperature material systems including CMCs
·  Develop
novel CMCs for various GE products including but not limited to Civil and
Military Jet Engines
·  Develop
manufacturing processes for new and existing CMCs in a lab and production
relevant environment
·  Collaborate
with GE's internal product departments, global R&D sites, external and
internal material developers, strategic suppliers, and universities
·  Invent
and patent when appropriate 
·  Deliver
effective presentations, reports, publications to GE Global Research, GE
businesses, government agencies, and professional societies when appropriate

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Doctorate in
Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramic Science and Engineering, Metallurgy or related field or an MS Degree inMaterials Science and Engineering,
Ceramic Science and Engineering, Metallurgy or related field with at least 3 years of experience.
·  Hands on experience in processing
of ceramics or composites
·  Understand
process-microstructure-property relationships for ceramics or composites
·  Legal authorization to work in
the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future,
for this job opening. 
·  Must be willing to work out of
an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 
·  Must be 18 years or
older. 
·  You must submit your
application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be
considered.

Desired Characteristics

·  Experience
in material and process development for high temperature structural ceramics
·  Experience with
CMC or PMC (polymer composite) processing
·  Understanding
and working knowledge of microstructure-property relationships for CMCs
·  Working knowledge
and hands on experience with mechanical testing and characterization tools,
such as servo-hydraulic test frames, test fixturing, optical and scanning
electron microscopes, and X-ray diffraction
·  Experience
with statistical analysis, data analytics, and statistical process control
·  Demonstrated
ability to adapt to multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic working
environment 
·  Demonstrated
excellence in research through peer reviewed publications 
·  Demonstrated
ability to solve complex technical problems 
·  Excellent
oral and written communication skills

About Us

The Material Process and Modeling team at GE Research leads the development of new structural composite materials and processing technologies to support GE businesses and external programs. Our technologies can be found in the latest commercial and military jet engines as well as in wind energy, oil and gas, power, and a multitude of other applications. Current areas of activity include both Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs). In conjunction with hands-on development, we use science and multi-physics process modeling across our technology domain to understand fundamental process drivers for yield and performance and to accelerate commercialization of new technologies.  Working as part of cross-disciplinary teams we also contribute to the future of additive, battery, hypersonics, and other critical technologies. 

GE Research is GE's innovation engine where new ideas are originated, developed and productized to create a better world and deliver differentiated products across the company's industrial portfolio. These products span the aviation, power, transportation and health care sectors. 

Today, we're a forward leaning, interdisciplinary organization, matching world-class innovation with market insights and industry connections to move faster and deliver better outcomes for GE’s businesses and customers. 

We continue a strong track record in innovation and invention that began with our company's founder, Thomas Edison. GE scientists and engineers have distinguished themselves over time, amassing tens of thousands of patents, two Nobel prizes in chemistry and physics, and a list of inventions that have defined and redefined generation after generation. 

This rich legacy of delivering transformative innovation is thriving now more than ever.

Discover how we’re seeing, moving and creating the future at https://www.ge.com/research/, meet our innovation giants at https://www.ge.com/research/people, search our open positions at http://twitter.com/geresearchjobs, and connect with us on our social channels at https://twitter.com/GEResearch and https://www.linkedin.com/company/geresearch/.
GE 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, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

New York
Primary City

Niskayuna