Mechanical Designer

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace's proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Advanced Technology Operations team. In this role, you will play a critical part in the mechanical design and development of advanced systems and their technology maturation vehicles, supporting product evolution and preliminary design activities for next-generation aerospace programs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support components and systems design activities for tests vehicles and new technologies introduction
• Contribute to the design and development of innovative hardware solutions for advanced systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements and future product strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced technology demonstrations and ensure successful execution of sub-scale and full-scale rig tests.
• Support the definition, integration, and optimization of mechanical components across engine systems and modules, ensuring seamless functionality and performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance design processes and outcomes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or relevant experience in design and/or analysis engineering position. Master's degree is preferred.
• Good knowledge of fundamental mechanical design concepts and hand calculations
• Basic knowledge of complex 2D and 3D shapes modelling CAD techniques
• Basic knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)
• Clear thinking and diligent approach
• English and Italian language knowledge, both written and oral
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Work Visa, according to local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

• Creativity and curiosity
• Passionate and enthusiastic for engineering challenges
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Analytical thinking skills
• System mindset and problem solver
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees' wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone's psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan:

• Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits platform
• Life and injury insurance
• Private medical cover
• Employee assistant program
• Employee special awards (service and recognition)
• Local special agreements and discounts
• English and languages training for you and one member of your family
• Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc.

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero

Relocation Assistance Provided: No