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Alyson
Alyson
Education: Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, NY)
Business: GE Aviation
Position: Edison Engineering Development Program
Years at GE:
Hobbies/Interests: LPDS (Lynn Professional Development Society) New Hire Chair, College Recruiting for GE, Longtime Red Sox super-fan, Running

What were you doing before joining GE?

Before GE, I was working to complete my undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering at RPI. I started with GE as a co-op during the first semester of my junior year, and I returned for an internship the following summer. I joined GE full-time as an EEDP.

Why did you decide to join GE?

I joined GE because of the vast opportunities provided by the company and the Edison Engineering Development Program. The technical breadth and knowledge gained by working on GE Aviation’s products is second to none. I was also excited to work with some of the industry’s best and most knowledgeable engineers. Through the rotational program, I have been exposed to multiple areas of aircraft engines, as well as work with experts in their respective fields.

What are you working on now?

I am on my final EEDP rotation in TS/TP (Turboshaft/Turboprop) Commercial and International ESD&I (Engineering System Design & Integration). My major project at the moment is a NPI (New Product Introduction) for the CT7-8 engine line. The project involves regulating the oil flow during start-up to reduce engine overhauls due to hung starts.

What has been most rewarding about your GE experience?

One of the most rewarding, and most exciting, experiences at GE was my rotation at the Naval Air Station in Lemoore, California. I got to work with the customer, and get hands-on engine experience. I enjoyed seeing the interaction between GE and the customer first-hand, as well as the priority GE places on meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations.

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