Embedded Software Specialist

GE Aerospace; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Embedded Software Specialist to design, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software for mission-critical systems. You will work with hardware and systems teams to ensure robust, verifiable software under real-time constraints.

The role requires a strong foundation in embedded development, experience with Ada/C/C++, and the ability to read technical requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related STEM fields.
• Experience programming in Ada, C, C++, or similar languages.
• Experience supporting software development, integration, or testing in embedded environments.
• Ability to read and work from technical requirements, specifications, and interface documentation.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and testing of embedded software modules, features, and applications.
• Assist in implementing software requirements based on system, hardware, and software specifications.
• Execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities for embedded software.
• Follow established software development processes, standards, and documentation practices.
• Support software integration and testing across environments, including simulation, lab, and hardware test platforms.
• Implement and troubleshoot software for resource-constrained embedded environments.
• Work closely with hardware and systems teams to support communication between modules and applications.
• Help ensure software reliability, robustness, and compliance with safety and security requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software designs, test procedures, and results.
• Participate in requirements reviews, code reviews, design reviews, and problem-solving activities.
• Support project execution by completing assigned work to meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues during development, integration, and test.

Skills

Ada

C

C++

Embedded systems

Scripting (Python Perl Tcl)

Requirements reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related STEM field

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

CVS

SVN

Perforce

Job description

Job Description Summary

As an Embedded Software Specialist, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software and firmware for mission‑critical technologies and products. You will work as part of a collaborative engineering team to help deliver reliable, high‑quality embedded systems. This role requires a strong technical foundation in embedded systems, attention to detail, and the ability to work within real‑time system constraints. The position involves day‑to‑day execution with guidance from more senior engineers and requires sound judgment in completing assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

Job Description

• Support the design, development, and testing of embedded software modules, features, and applications.
• Assist in implementing software requirements based on system, hardware, and software specifications.
• Execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities for embedded software.
• Follow established software development processes, standards, and documentation practices.
• Support software integration and testing across a variety of environments, including simulation, lab, and hardware test platforms.
• Implement and troubleshoot software for resource‑constrained embedded environments.
• Work closely with hardware and systems teams to support communication between modules and applications.
• Help ensure software reliability, robustness, and compliance with safety and security requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software designs, test procedures, and results.
• Participate in requirements reviews, code reviews, design reviews, and problem‑solving activities.
• Support project execution by completing assigned work to meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues during development, integration, and test.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related STEM fields
• Experience programming in Ada, C, C++, or similar languages
• Experience supporting software development, integration, or testing in embedded environments
• Ability to read and work from technical requirements, specifications, and interface documentation

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Location / Clearance:

• Location: Grand Rapids, MI
• This is a fully onsite position requiring attendance five days per week
• This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science.
• Experience with embedded software design, development, integration, and testing
• Familiarity with Ada in embedded software environments
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl
• Familiarity with code management tools such as Git, CVS, SVN, or Perforce
• Experience with RTOS environments such as Linux, FreeRTOS, QNX, or VxWorks
• Experience with embedded software debugging and integration on hardware
• Familiarity with debuggers, lab test equipment, and interfaces such as UART, JTAG, and oscilloscopes
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including Ethernet and VLANs
• Familiarity with system interfaces such as Ethernet, Mil-Std-1553, and Serial
• Familiarity with component interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and PCIe
• Experience working in regulated or mission‑critical industries such as Aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical devices
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

The base pay range for this position is $86,000.00 - $108,000.00 USD Annual. 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 10/31/26.

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.

#securityclearance

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable‑susicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided:

Yes