Lead Engineer – Embedded Software

GE Aerospace • Evendale, OH

19h • Remote

About The Position

Responsible for independently performing and collaborating with teams to meet assigned objectives in a LEAN environment. In this role, you will work within assigned parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of complexity, and solve problems through immediate action or short-term planning. The Lead Engineer will demonstrate domain expertise in the design, implementation, and testing of open and closed loop embedded software resulting in a digital product for engine applications and can impact short-term and long-term business goals. In this role, you will: Design and development open and closed loop control systems and/or embedded software for aircraft engines, including both software and hardware components. Develop and maintain embedded software using programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink. Be responsible for defining, developing, and evolving software in a fast paced and agile development environment using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure. Conduct testing and validation of control systems and embedded software to ensure they meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards. Analyze data from engine tests to identify performance issues and develop software solutions. Use simulation tools to model engine behavior and predict performance under various conditions. Suggest ideas to increase efficiency across the teams, eliminating duplication, leveraging product and technology reuse. Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, software code, and reports. Work closely with other engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to integrate control systems and embedded software with other engine components. Ensure that control systems and embedded software comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Lead LEAN initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and software quality. Work with Product Line Leaders to understand product requirements and gather and translate customer requirements into executable product specifications. Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in software engineering
• This role requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree/ PHD in Computer Science.
• In depth knowledge of control theory, signal processing, embedded systems, and software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with Windows and Unix / Linux based programming.
• Experience working on software projects in the Aerospace domain.
• Certified Scrum Master and/or Product Owner.
• Experience troubleshooting issues with builds and maintaining build machines.
• Ability to troubleshoot backend and software tools to keep team productive.
• Takes independent responsibility for assigned deliverables.
• Has the ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adapts to new environments and changing requirements.
• Pivots quickly as needed.
• When coached, responds to need & seeks info from other sources.
• Able to understand how team and personal goals/objectives contribute to the organization vision
• Demonstrates the initiative to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.
• Skilled in breaking down problems, documenting problem statements and estimating efforts.
• Demonstrates awareness about competitors and industry trends.
• Has the ability to analyze impact of technology choices.
• Ability to take ownership of small and medium sized tasks and deliver while mentoring and helping team members.
• Ensures understanding of issues and presents clear rationale.
• Able to speak to mutual needs and win-win solutions.
• Uses two-way communication to influence outcomes and ongoing results.
• Identifies misalignments with goals, objectives, and work direction against the organizational strategy.
• Makes suggestions to course correct.
• Continuously measures deliverables of self and team against scheduled commitments.
• Effectively balances different, competing objectives.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective team building and problem-solving abilities
• Persists to completion, especially in the face of overwhelming odds and setbacks.
• Pushes self for results; pushes others for results through team spirit

Responsibilities

• Design and development open and closed loop control systems and/or embedded software for aircraft engines, including both software and hardware components.
• Develop and maintain embedded software using programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Be responsible for defining, developing, and evolving software in a fast paced and agile development environment using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure.
• Conduct testing and validation of control systems and embedded software to ensure they meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Analyze data from engine tests to identify performance issues and develop software solutions.
• Use simulation tools to model engine behavior and predict performance under various conditions.
• Suggest ideas to increase efficiency across the teams, eliminating duplication, leveraging product and technology reuse.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, software code, and reports.
• Work closely with other engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to integrate control systems and embedded software with other engine components.
• Ensure that control systems and embedded software comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead LEAN initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and software quality.
• Work with Product Line Leaders to understand product requirements and gather and translate customer requirements into executable product specifications.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level