United States, Sept. 9 -- GE Aerospace has named Craig Higgins as Chief Mechanic and Architect for Open Fan technology, prioritizing the producibility, durability and maintainability of next-generation engine designs still in development. In the newly created role, Higgins will lead strategies for a simple, lightweight engine concept that emphasizes durability by leveraging the CFM RISE* program's advanced technologies, architectures and materials. This includes working with technicians and other experts across GE Aerospace's global assembly and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) shops to incorporate the latest techniques for enabling more on-wing repairs and part replacements. Higgins has more than 40 years' experience in the aerospace...