Senior Combustion Aero Design Engineer

Rivalta di Torino March 14, 2026 Full Time Workday
Job Description Summary 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. The Senior Combustion Aero Design Lead is responsible for leading design, development and validation of gas turbine combustion systems, including the development of rig and engine test campaigns, their planning and monitoring, as well as their data reduction and documentation. In this role you will learn processes that meet business needs across the organization, participate in solving complex issues within functional area(s) of expertise, and contribute to the overall business strategy. Job Description Essential Responsibilities Detailed Aerodynamic analysis, design, and test functions required to define components, assemblies, and systems that meet program and product requirements Use and development of engineering tools to perform aerodynamic evaluations Successful planning, design and execution of test programs Compliant communications of aero technical data Basic technical implications of business CTQ’s Lean / Six Sigma Qualifications/Requirements Master’s degree (preferred) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university with a focus on combustion aerodynamics Strong experience as design engineer in aerodynamics Substantial NPI/NTI experience in combustion aerodynamics design and validation Fluent English and Italian knowledge Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required Desired Characteristics Technical aptitude in combustion science, experimental testing and large data processing Clear thinker and effective problem solver Independence / work without direct supervision Effective program management and execution Flexible & friendly approach to working in global teams 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! #LI-CM Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.
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