Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace
About The Position
The Embedded Software Engineer is a critical role within the aerospace industry, focusing on the design, development, and testing of embedded software (firmware). The role encompasses working on devices such as flight recorders, health monitoring systems, networking switches, which facilitate control and monitoring of critical physical components such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, and fans, among others through a secure digital communications infrastructure. The engineer must have a deep understanding of the hardware being controlled and the real-time functions it performs, enabling the design, development, implementation, and testing of the necessary logic and software.
Requirements
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C, or other similar high-level languages (C++).
- Experience with embedded software development tools and environments (e.g., debuggers, emulators, compilers).
- Knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems.
- Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553).
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and methodologies (e.g., DO178C DALA, MIL-HDBK-516C Airworthiness for Airborne Systems, supported by Waterfall, Agile, V-Model methods).
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 2 years of experience in related fields.
- Demonstrates an understanding of key business drivers and their impact on work.
- This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
- Must reside or willing to relocate.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of signal processing and control systems can be beneficial.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Good interpersonal skills, potentially leading a junior team.
- For customer-facing roles, ability to develop strong customer relationships and serve as the interface between the customer and GE.
Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and/or develop small modules or large components, features, or entire embedded software products.
- Responsible for the thorough testing of embedded software to ensure reliability and functionality.
- Implement software in a manner that is optimized for the specific hardware it controls.
- Work closely with hardware engineers and other team members to ensure software and hardware compatibility.
- Participate in all phases of the design/development cycle, from concept to release.
- Maintain and broaden knowledge in technical disciplines such as networks, operating systems, cybersecurity, databases, or applications.
- Apply this expertise to develop high-quality embedded software solutions.
- Resolve issues using good technical knowledge and judgment.
- Consult with more senior team members for complex problems outside of established procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
- Employee Assistance Program
- GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
- Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time-off for vacation or illness
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Relocation Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
