Lead Engineer 2 - Embedded Software Development

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC is seeking a Software Technical Lead in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The successful candidate will be accountable for leading key project aspects, including scope, schedule, and quality.

To qualify, you must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and at least 4 years in embedded software development, alongside expertise in DO-178B/C software certification processes. This role offers relocation assistance and demands strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with DO-178B/C processes.
• Experience with DO-297 / IMA application development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead key aspects of project execution, including scope and schedule.
• Author and implement embedded software solutions.
• Monitor team progress and remove roadblocks.

Skills

Embedded software development

DO-178B/C software development

Project management skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Software Technical Lead is accountable for leading key aspects of project execution including scope, schedule, cost, technical, risk and quality for their discipline.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Accountable as the Control Accountant Managers for project elements delegated by the Engineering Project Manager.
• Accountable to lead day-to-day activities for Individual Contributors, both technical and operational.
• Responsible to work alongside the team to author and implement embedded software solutions.
• Accountable to develop a good working relationship with the customer, Engineering Project Manager and other project and engineering leadership.
• Accountable to understand the technical scope, cost and schedule for the project.
• Accountable to plan, forecast, coordinate, monitor and lead the software effort / team for the full SW development lifecycle of the project assigned area.
• Accountable to provide software team oversight to ensure delivery of a quality artifact / product.
• Escalate issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor team progress towards deliverables, remove roadblocks and drive accountability and ownership of individual and team commitments.
• Identify and manage dependencies, risks and scope creep associated with the software effort for the project.
• If applicable, identify supplier scope of work and manage schedule.
• Work with product stakeholders to understand MGPP and MGTP and communicate needs and status.
• Continuous demonstration of the GE Leadership Behaviors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar from an accredited university
• At least 4 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working DO-178B/C software development processes and certification standards through the full software development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to align with DO-178B/C DAL B.
• Experience with DO-297 / IMA application development.

GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a global and/or virtual team.
• Demonstrated ability of project management skills.

Additional Information

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.