AI & Automation Lead - Product Development

Employer description

Job Description SummaryJoin us in a high-impact role where you’ll build the next generation of automation and AI solutions that transform how engineering gets work done. This is a chance to work at the intersection of software development, digital engineering, and advanced integration—delivering scalable capabilities across platforms like Teamcenter, NX, Cameo, and cloud-based environments. If you’re energized by solving complex technical problems, partnering with cross-functional teams, and turning bold ideas into real business outcomes, this role offers the opportunity to shape both today’s tools and tomorrow’s vision.

Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities
Process Redefinition & Transformation

Partner with engineering and product development teams to map current-state workflows, identify bottlenecks, and define AI-native future-state processesLead and support process redefinition efforts that rethink how engineering work gets done, rather than simply automating existing stepsIdentify, prioritize, and build the business case for automation and AI opportunities based on measurable impact (productivity, cycle time, quality, etc.)Define multigenerational capability roadmaps that balance near-term wins with a long-term digital engineering visionEngineering Partnership & Adoption

Embed with engineering teams to co-develop and validate solutions, ensuring tools fit how engineers actually workWork with enterprise and Edison Works teams to establish the support infrastructure needed to enable and sustain new capabilitiesDrive change management and adoption through training, documentation, and ongoing support for engineering usersBalance delivery speed, quality, and sustainability of tools to support business outcomes at business pace AI Integration & Solution Delivery

Integrate AI and automation capabilities into engineering toolchains (Teamcenter, NX, Cameo, Ansys, etc.) and the broader digital threadEvaluate and apply AI technologies (generative AI, agents, ML models) to engineering use cases, guiding build vs. buy vs. leverage decisionsGuide the design, development, and deployment of automation and AI tools using Agile, SDLC, and CI/CD practices, contributing hands-on development where neededWork with Information Assurance (IA) and Digital Technology (DT) teams to deploy and sustain tools in classified environmentsEstablish metrics to track solution performance and business impact, and drive continuous improvement
Required Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or similar from an accredited university or collegeMinimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, digital technologies or other technical fieldDue to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenshipExperience with digital transformation and / or AI-native process redefinition, preferably with a focus on product development or manufacturing
Desired Characteristics

AI & Data: Working knowledge of AI/ML and generative AI tools and frameworks (e.g., LLMs, agents, PyTorch, scikit-learn), and of data integration concepts, databases (SQL/NoSQL), APIs, and web servicesSoftware & Cloud: Proficiency in scripting and programming (Python, Java, C++, SQL) and familiarity with modern development practices, including Git, CI/CD, automated testing, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AWS or other cloud environmentsEngineering Tools: Background with engineering tools and their data structures and APIs, including PLM (Teamcenter), CAD (NX), Systems Engineering (Cameo), and analysis (Ansys)Digital Engineering: Understanding of digital engineering processes, particularly CAD workflows and engineering analysis, with experience leading digital transformation in engineering or manufacturingProcess & Requirements: Ability to map business processes, capture requirements, and scope technical solutionsCollaboration & Communication: Effective communicator with technical and non-technical audiences who works well in cross-functional teams and influences stakeholdersExecution: Proven ability to work independently, think analytically, and persist through complex technical problemsGE 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 InformationGE 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes