Sr Staff Software Engineer

GE Aerospace

Actively hiring

Evendale, US · Lynn, US Posted 84 days ago $130,000–$200,000 / year

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At a glance

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TL;DR

As a Sr Staff Software Engineer on this advanced aviation systems team, you will play a pivotal role in defining and developing complex software solutions for next-generation aerospace applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities include applying best practices such as automated testing and continuous integration to deliver robust, certifiable software that integrates seamlessly across embedded and cloud-connected platforms. You will lead technical design efforts, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with safety-critical standards like DO-178C. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in real-time embedded systems, model-based development using tools like MATLAB/Simulink, and experience with high-assurance software practices. This role demands a deep understanding of aerospace engineering principles and the ability to navigate fast-paced, evolving technical environments.

Skills

Python C/C++ MATLAB/Simulink SCADE DO-178C ARP4754A ISO 26262 CI/CD Automated Testing Code Review Static Analysis Configuration Management Mentoring Model-Based Development Real-Time Embedded Systems Distributed Computing Cloud-Native Services Data Pipelines Analytics

What you'll do

Define and architect software solutions for safety-critical aerospace systems.
Implement modern software development practices like automated testing and continuous integration.
Lead technical design and requirements definition for key system features.
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate software with overall system design.
Provide mentoring and technical leadership to less experienced engineers.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field.
10 years of professional experience in software engineering for complex systems.
Experience architecting and delivering software for real-time embedded systems.
Familiarity with aerospace safety standards like DO-178C and ISO 26262.
Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a structured team environment.

Market check

Salary context

This $130,000–$200,000 range sits above 33% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$141,900–$234,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$162,375–$214,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

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 33 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $130,000–$173,000 across 21 roles with salary data.

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