Sr Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking to serve as a subject matter expert in deterministic networking. You will translate customer and system requirements into traceable networking specs, define architecture, and support verification and certification activities across civil and military programs.

The role requires strong expertise in ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) and TSN, hands‑on networking and certification experience, and leadership across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or STEM).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems design, development, integration, or verification, preferably in avionics or safety‑critical systems.
• Hands‑on experience with deterministic avionics networks such as ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) or TSN.
• Strong networking fundamentals: Ethernet, IP addressing, VLANs, switching, routing, topology.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a SME for deterministic avionics networking (AFDX, TSN) and related Ethernet standards.
• Lead decomposition of customer and system requirements into traceable networking requirements.
• Contribute to network architecture definition, configuration, and trade studies.
• Perform network performance, timing, and redundancy analyses for deterministic operation.
• Support interface control documents and protocol definitions across subsystems and suppliers.
• Develop verification strategies and support network performance testing and integration.
• Support certification strategy for DAL A programs (ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254).
• Mentor systems engineers and engage with customers on requirements and compliance plans.
• Travel up to 10%.

Skills

AFDX ARINC 664 Part 7

Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN)

Networking fundamentals

Requirements decomposition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

Cameo/Teamwork Cloud

RTC/EWM

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking

Job Description Summary Help define the future of flight at GE Aerospace! Bring your ideas, and we’ll listen and watch them take off with a team that thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and real-world impact. As a Senior Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking, you will be a subject matter expert in deterministic avionics networking within GE Aerospace’s ION (Input/Output & Networking) organization. You will bring deep knowledge of ARINC 664 (AFDX) and Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN) to requirements, architecture, integration, and certification activities across civil and military aircraft programs, working closely with hardware, software, test, and certification teams. This position is based on‑site in Grand Rapids, MI. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for deterministic avionics networking, including ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX), Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN), and related Ethernet‑based standards.
• Lead decomposition of customer and system requirements into traceable networking requirements, with flow‑down to hardware, software, and supplier teams.
• Contribute to network architecture definition, configuration, and trade studies across multiple aircraft programs.
• Perform network performance, timing, and redundancy analyses to ensure deterministic, robust operation.
• Support interface control documents and protocol interface definitions between subsystems, teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Develop verification strategies and support protocol conformance, network performance testing, and system‑level integration and test.
• Support certification strategy and execution for DAL A programs (ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254), including SOIs, audits, and closure of findings.
• Participate in design and code reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments for avionics networking products.
• Engage with customers and suppliers on requirements, interoperability, and compliance plans.
• Mentor systems engineers and serve as a best‑practice resource for avionics networking across the organization.
• Travel up to 10%.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or another STEM field) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems design, development, integration, or verification, preferably in avionics or other safety‑critical systems.
• Hands‑on experience with deterministic avionics networks such as ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) or Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN).
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including Ethernet, IP addressing, VLANs, switching, routing, and network topology.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with both ARINC 664 (AFDX) and TSN (IEEE 802.1 TSN standards).
• Experience with integrated modular avionics (IMA) and ARINC 653 partitioned environments.
• Experience with ARINC 615A data loading and network configuration.
• Experience in DAL A development and certification environments (ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254).
• Tool experience with IBM DOORS, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud, and RTC/EWM.
• Knowledge of network analysis and test tools (e.g., traffic generators, protocol analyzers).
• Customer technical interface experience and project estimation/bidding experience.
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal, communication, and technical leadership skills.

The base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD Annually. 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 12/31/26.

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.

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)).

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

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world‑leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‑leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.