Lead Software Engineer (Subject Matter Expert) – Embedded Platform Software
About The Position
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.
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.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
