Lead Engineer - FADEC Operating System

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Lead Engineer to define, execute, and maintain the FADEC operating system for embedded aircraft engine control software. You will collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure functionality and regulatory compliance, while guiding testing, validation, and documentation efforts.

You will lead cross-functional integration across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines, driving efficiency and technical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM required.
• Minimum 3 years of software/embedded engineering experience.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define, execute, and maintain FADEC OS requirements across the product line.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure correct functionality.
• Conduct testing and validation to meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare technical documentation including design specs and test plans.
• Lead cross-functional integration with mechanical, electrical, and software teams.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Role Overview

The Lead Engineer is responsible for defining, executing, and maintaining the operating system of the Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) product line, which hosts embedded application software for aircraft engine hardware. This includes working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the product line is defined and working with suppliers to determine the correct functionality for our customers. The Lead Engineer will demonstrate domain expertise in the design, implementation, and testing of open and closed loop embedded software resulting in a digital product for engine applications.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Develop requirements for the FADEC operating system in partnership with application software experts, control title holders, engine systems, and the FADEC technical strategist to ensure the operating system will support the FADEC’s intended operation.
• Define, develop, and evolve software in a fast-paced and agile development environment using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure.
• Define the operating system’s functionality schedule to support product line programs.
• Collaborate with suppliers on design review needs and ensure the delivered system meets the qualification expectations of the product line.
• Conduct testing and validation of the FADEC’s hardware and software to ensure it meets performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze data from engine tests to identify performance issues and work with internal application software, hardware, and supplier experts to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Suggest ideas to increase efficiency across the teams, eliminating duplication and leveraging product and technology reuse.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Partner with other Engineering teams, including Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers, to integrate control systems and embedded software with other engine components.
• Lead FLIGHT DECK (Lean) initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and software quality.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a "STEM" field (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or Systems Engineering
• This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a U.S. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a current US Government Security Clearance
• 6+ years of experience in Embedded Software Engineering
• Experience developing embedded software using programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink
• Initiative to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems
• Skilled in breaking down problems, documenting problem statements, estimating efforts, and analyzing the impact of technology choices
• Awareness of competitors and industry trends
• Ability to ensure understanding of issues and present clear rationale, including speaking to mutual needs, win-win solutions, and balancing competing objectives
• Desire to identify misalignment between goals, objectives, and work direction against the organizational strategy and make suggestions to course correct
• Experience continuously measuring deliverables of self and team against scheduled commitments
• Persistent and positive, especially in the face of overwhelming odds and/or setbacks
• Ability to work under minimal supervision with the ability to delegate
• Experience mentoring team members

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-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided

Yes