Advanced Lead Engineer

4 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, United States GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation Full time
Job Description Summary

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight

Engineering is at the center of what we do, and we are looking for talented, innovative engineers who can help us design and develop products for today, tomorrow, and in the future. If you are a dreamer, doer, and inventor who wants your voice to be heard and see your ideas take flight, this is the opportunity for you.

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

The Lead Systems Engineer is responsible for leading a team through all parts of the systems engineering lifecycle throughout the development of Flight Data Recorders. The Lead Systems Engineer must have broad and deep level of expertise that relates to Flight Data Recorders. In this position you will develop system architectures, requirements, interfaces, integration , and testing of complex hardware/software for aviation-based systems.

This Onsite/Hybrid position in Grand Rapids and requires 2-3 days per week in the office. A comprehensive corporate relocation package is available.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

The Lead Systems Engineer will demonstrate Systems Engineering domain expertise and skills related to embedded software and hardware development throughout the entire Systems development lifecycle. You will be responsible for developing systems architecture, requirements, systems design, verification and validation, while satisfying FAA regulatory requirements like DO-178C (level D). You will provide technical guidance to other personnel and lead the Systems Engineering scope for development projects. You must be self-motivated, willing to learn, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with others in a process centric environment. In addition, you will:
  • Maintain expert level of product knowledge and application.
  • Articulate architectural technology and product positioning business, managers and technical staff.
  • Provide design and specification development support to consultants, integrators, and distributors.
  • Collaborate with the development teams to establish solution architectures for our product suite and the needs of our customers.
  • Respond to functional and technical elements of RFIs/RFPs.
  • Support Sales activities with technical presentations, requirements definition, and architecture for proposals.
  • Listen to, understand and convey customer requirements.
  • Provide technical oversight to ensure developed solutions satisfy customer and business requirements.
  • Aid in the development of strategic roadmaps.
  • Proactively initiate engagement with support groups for review concurrence and compliance in Hardware, Software, Quality Assurance, Safety, Reliability, Maintainability & Testability, Manufacturing, and Test.
  • Travel to project sites to preform start-up, integration, and training services.
  • Document all aspects of the project details and maintain a constant communication flow with support groups, management and executives to ensure all stakeholders stay current.
  • Resolve customer issues or difficulties in a manner that is consistent with the company mission, values, and financial objectives.
  • Maintain professional business relationships within internal support organizations and target accounts.
  • Provide status of ongoing projects and future projects.
  • Identify customer's needs and sales opportunities to help future growth.


Qualifications / Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 5 years of developing system architectures derived from customer requirements including military applications.

OR
  • BS in Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in an engineering roles with exposure to hardware and embedded software design and testing.


Desired Characteristics:
  • Experience developing and tracing systems requirements using Cameo modeling tool.
  • Solid understanding of Avionics power, data bus, and other electrical interfaces.
  • Ability to perform system design trade studies.
  • Knowledge of embedded processing technologies including micro-controllers, micro-processors, and system-on-chip devices.
  • Read architectural, mechanical and electrical drawings and have a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Effective communication, Interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Experience in Flight Data Recorders (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVR).
  • Experience within the hardware domain and embedded software design.
  • Proven track record with Project Management skills and product development.
  • Experience working on projects with a requirement for RTCA/DO-254, ED-112A, RTCA/DO-178B/C, DO-160 or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with Military interface and environmental standards such as MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-810.
  • Experience with engineering tools such as Dimensions, DOORS, or Enterprise Architect.


This Onsite/Hybrid position in Grand Rapids, MI, or Clearwater, FL requires 2-3 days per week in the office. A comprehensive corporate relocation package is available.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
  • Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Bonus Plan Eligible
  • And more


Eligibility Requirement (s):
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this.
  • Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).


At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

To protect the interests of all parties, GE Aerospace will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to GE Aerospace, including unsolicited resumes sent to a GE Aerospace mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to GE Aerospace coworkers, or to GE Aerospace's database will be considered GE Aerospace property.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job DescriptionGE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading the development of complex systems and ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality and safety.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, with...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job SummaryGE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to lead the development of Flight Data Recorders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, with experience in developing system architectures, requirements, and interfaces for complex hardware/software systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop system...


  • Grand Rapids, United States GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation Full time

    Job Description SummaryWorking at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!Engineering is at the center of what we do, and we are looking...


  • Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States Michael Page Full time

    Job SummaryAs a seasoned Manufacturing Engineering Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving Advanced Manufacturing Engineering initiatives and developing/implementing process improvements & ECNs for current and future manufacturing methods. You will lead NPI meetings, providing insight for tooling, manufacturing, and processes, and identify any SPC...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our team at GE Aerospace. As a key member of our cross-disciplinary engineering efforts, you will bridge the gap between technical solutions and business objectives to deliver high-quality products that meet our customers' needs.As a Software Engineer, you will lead the charge in...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a visionary Software Engineer to lead our cross-disciplinary engineering efforts, bridging the gap between technical solutions and business objectives to deliver high-quality products that meet our customers' needs.As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize complex systems through a comprehensive...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Trane Technologies Full time

    Job Summary:The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager at Trane Technologies is responsible for leading and directing all activities concerning the development of manufacturing processes in support of new product development (NPD) programs. This role ensures that manufacturing processes meet customer and business objectives for safety, quality,...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Trane Technologies Full time

    Job Summary:The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager is responsible for leading and directing all activities related to the development of manufacturing processes in support of new product development (NPD) programs. This includes evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to ensure activities are aligned with program deliverables. The...


  • Grand Rapids, United States Axis Automation Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionLead Controls EngineerAxis Automation is looking for career-oriented Controls Engineers to join a dynamic, tight-knit team creating custom factory automation equipment. We're a company with big ambitions - plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement!Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Stryker Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer to join our Advanced Operations team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing engineering support for new product and process introductions, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented in accordance with Stryker's new product development...


  • Grand Rapids, United States GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation Full time

    Job Description SummaryWorking at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!Engineering is at the center of what we do, and we are looking...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job Summary:The New Products and Adjacencies (NPA) team at GE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our team. As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for performing technical activities in the design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software applications pertaining to Stores Management Systems and Future...

  • Lead Systems Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job Description SummaryAt GE Aerospace, we are seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Computing Interface Products Systems team, you will be responsible for leading and guiding the systems engineering efforts to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.This role requires a strong technical...

  • Lead Design Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Grand Rapids, United States Proos Full time

    Company DescriptionProos, based in Grand Rapids, MI, is a leading material handling company specializing in gravity chute systems, fully engineered shelving, and workstations. They provide customized solutions to optimize facility footprints and offer turnkey engineered material handling systems. Proos partners with companies for engineering, manufacturing,...


  • Grand Rapids, United States Sunbolt Recruiting Group, LLC Full time

    Position Summary: Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer ready to lead innovative projects in the automotive industry? Our client, a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to drive the design and development of embedded software for our next-generation vehicle access...

  • Lead Systems Engineer

    3 weeks ago


    Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States GE Aerospace Full time

    Job SummaryGE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to lead the systems engineering efforts for Computing Interface Products Systems (CIPS). As a key member of our team, you will provide technical leadership and assistance to project teams to ensure delivery on cost, quality, schedule, and technical goals.Key Responsibilities...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Comfort Research Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge manufacturing processes, technologies, and strategies to drive production efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement advanced manufacturing processes and technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.Work...


  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Sunbolt Recruiting Group, LLC Full time

    Job Summary:As a Lead Embedded Software Engineer at Sunbolt Recruiting Group, LLC, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software for vehicle access products. This role requires a strong background in embedded systems, C/C++ programming, and experience with Agile methodologies. You will work closely with...


  • Grand Rapids, United States LVI Associates Full time

    We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Electrical Engineering Lead to oversee and guide the electrical engineering team remotely, focusing on projects within Michigan. This role requires technical expertise, leadership, and a strong background in designing and managing complex electrical systems, particularly in commercial and educational...


  • Grand Rapids, MI , USA, United States Trane Technologies Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager to lead our efforts in developing and implementing innovative manufacturing processes. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for defining, developing, and managing the schedule, resources, and investment needed to complete all required manufacturing...