Lead Software Engineer for Embedded Flight Software

Job Description Summary

The Platform Software group develops embedded software for a multitude of product areas at GE Aerospace across both civil and military markets including avionics computing and networking, flight management, vehicle health and data management, and mission systems. Platform Software includes items such as firmware, board support packages, boot loaders, integration of real-time operating systems (RTOS), and other services such as data loaders and built-in tests.

The Lead Software Engineer (LSE) will be responsible for subject matter expertise (SME) for assigned product areas. They will provide technical oversight and guidance for their product area to successfully complete full-lifecycle embedded software development efforts through DO-178C certification.

• Up to 10% travel to customer, GE, and supplier sites may be required annually
• The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
  
  

Job Description

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will focus on the following areas of responsibility:

Software Development

• Perform full lifecycle software development of embedded flight software to meet a set of system requirements.
• Define software requirements and generate model-based design
• Develop and integrate source code on GE Aerospace's computing hardware.
• Create tests to ensure the software meets its intended functionality.
• Participate in software aspects of certification as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
• Provide status on progress and issues.
  
  

Subject Matter Expertise

For assigned product area:

• Develop and maintain expert level of product knowledge and application.
• Provide technical ownership of all aspects of the software product design and artifacts.
• Coordinate with customers and internal project stakeholders including Systems, Hardware, Safety, Security, Quality, and Certification.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to other team members also working on same product area.
  
  

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Development Approach

• Demonstrate a behavior of continuous improvement with the goal of helping the business deliver on customer commitments.
• Incorporate Product Line Engineering (PLE) practices to maximize reuse.
  
  

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in computer software related technology and embedded real-time systems / software development.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
  
  

Desired Characteristics:

Education

• Master's degree in an Engineering related field from an accredited university or college.
  
  

Technical Leadership

• Familiarity with Earned Value Management and Activity Based Management methods.
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum.
  
  

Process

• 5 years of experience with DO-178B/C avionics software development processes and certification standards.

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• Familiarity with DO-254, DO-297, and ARP-4754 certification standards.
• Application of Product Line Engineering (PLE) principles and tools to manage software lifecycle artifacts.
• Application of Lean practices in a software engineering environment.
  
  

Technology

• Knowledge of processing platforms, network products, real-time operating systems, and multi-core processor architectures.
• Demonstrated expertise with ARINC-653 integrated modular avionics (IMA) based operating systems.
  
  

Traits

• Self-starter, energizing, results oriented, and able to multi-task.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with keen ability to target communication to specific audiences.
• Up to 10% travel to customer, GE, and supplier sites may be required annually.
• The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
  
  

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

The base pay range for this position is $112,000.00 - $149,000.00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 03/31/26.

GE 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 Information

GE 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes