Lead Embedded Software Engineer

GE Aerospace

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Salary
$95,000–$127,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $173k
This role $111k
$81k most similar roles pay here $223k

This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $147,500–$197,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $111k versus about $173k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace (General Electric Aerospace) designs and produces commercial and military jet engines, components, and integrated systems for aircraft manufacturers and airlines worldwide. Industry: Aerospace & Aviation Engines

GE Aerospace currently has 41 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $130,000–$173,000 across 25 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Embedded Software Engineer

The Lead Embedded Software Engineer provides technical and operational leadership for embedded software development efforts across the full software development lifecycle. This role involves serving as a Control Account Manager to oversee project scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality while leading day-to-day activities for individual contributors. The engineer will author, develop, and implement embedded software solutions while managing supplier deliverables and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure successful program execution. Key technical requirements include experience with DO-178B/C software development processes and certification standards, specifically DO-178B/C DAL B, as well as DO-297 / IMA application development. The role focuses on solving complex aerospace engineering challenges by managing the technical lifecycle of embedded systems to ensure high-quality software artifacts are delivered within a regulated aviation environment.

What you'll do

  • Serve as the Control Account Manager for project elements delegated by the Engineering Project Manager.
  • Lead day-to-day technical and operational activities for individual contributors within the software team.
  • Author, develop, and implement embedded software solutions across the full development lifecycle.
  • Manage the technical scope, cost, and schedule for assigned project responsibilities.
  • Monitor team progress against deliverables while removing roadblocks and driving accountability.
  • Identify and manage dependencies, risks, and scope changes associated with the software effort.
  • Define supplier scope of work and manage supplier schedules and deliverables.
  • Communicate project needs and status to product stakeholders and leadership.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field from an accredited university or college.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in embedded software development.
  • U.S. citizenship status is required.
  • Ability to meet U.S. Person requirements for access to export-controlled information.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills (preferred).
  • Strong oral and written communication skills (preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a global and/or virtual team (preferred).
  • Demonstrated project management skills (preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with DO-178B/C software development processes and certification standards (preferred).
  • Experience working with DO-178B/C DAL B (preferred).
  • Experience with DO-297 / IMA application development (preferred).

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