GE Aerospace · 9 hours ago
Lead Software Engineer (Subject Matter Expert) – Embedded Platform Software
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $149K/yr
5+ years expGE Aerospace is a leader in developing embedded software for civil and military markets. The Lead Software Engineer will provide subject matter expertise and technical oversight for embedded software development, ensuring compliance with DO-178C certification standards.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Master's degree in an Engineering related field from an accredited university or college
Familiarity with Earned Value Management and Activity Based Management methods
Familiarity with Agile Scrum
5 years of experience with DO-178B/C avionics software development processes and certification standards
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
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
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
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
The Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
The GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
A 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.01BKey Investors
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2024-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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