Lead Engineer - Systems Engineer - Advanced Programs Execution

GE Aerospace • Grand Rapids, MI

79d • $90,800 - $121,500

About The Position

Are you a Systems Engineer who loves working on innovative technologies? If so, GE Aerospace Defense and Systems wants you to join their Advanced Programs Execution team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will be part of a cross-functional team that develops innovative solutions for capabilities on custom hardware. You will work on projects developing cutting edge technologies in the domains of cybersecurity, edge computing, sensing and signal processing. GE Aerospace is a leader in inventing the future of flight. One example is the U.S. Army's Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program. GE offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits, including full relocation package, employee bonus plan, 401K contributions, flexible work arrangements, tuition reimbursement, and various health insurance options. This position is located in Grand Rapids, MI, which is a rapidly growing city receiving multiple recognitions such as being ranked the #1 fastest-growing U.S. metros for jobs and new talent by LinkedIn. Grand Rapids offers a wide range of social activities including professional sports, arts exhibits and several entertainment venues bringing in top performers. With all of this, just an hour away you can enjoy fresh water beaches along Michigan's west coast.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of systems engineering project execution experience.
• Active or recently inactive US security clearance.
• US Citizen: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on military programs.
• Experience working directly with customers to determine expectations, implicit and explicit requirements.
• Experience with high design assurance embedded systems preferably in defense, safety critical automotive, aerospace or healthcare.
• Experience developing automated test procedures using Object Oriented Languages such as Python or C++.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies.
• Experience with NSA certification processes.
• Awareness of aerospace standards and regulations such as DO-178, DO-254, etc.
• Deep understanding of service provider networks including but not limited to connectivity (Ethernet, IPv4), Switching and routing.
• Familiarity with interfaces including but not limited to analog, discrete, RS-232/422/485, ARINC 429/664/825.
• Master's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Experience leading and coordinating with internal and external partners.
• Experience with global cross-functional teams and the ability to work individually and in teams.
• Passionate about giving and receiving mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Generate system functional requirements from stakeholder expectation.
• Utilize Cameo to develop a system architecture aligned to requirements.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration with software, hardware, test, safety, maintainability, reliability, and certification teams establishing the best overall design to meet customer needs.
• Be responsible for system and subsystem-level design requirements. Define and manage interfaces to all subsystems in compliance with the system solution.
• Conduct component and product integration for maximum performance and operability. Define system validation plans, execute system validation testing, and work with test engineers to ensure traceability satisfies project objectives.
• Apply critical thinking toward the proactive identification and abatement of technical risk to minimize project impact.
• Demonstrate expertise and knowledge within multiple technical domains in order to drive an analytical approach towards the development and representation of a holistic mission focused architectural solution.
• Understand and develop best practices that accelerate LEAN operations and differentiators in the market.
• Propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address complex problems.
• Use multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to make decisions.
• Act as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues.
• Develop skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within the field.
• Report to senior leadership on technical status of ongoing projects.
• Respond to requests for information (RFI) and requests for proposal (RFP) providing estimates of resource costs and proposed technical approach.
• Support the development of product and technical roadmaps.
• Work closely with the Program Manager (PM) and Engineering Project Manager (EPM) to collaborate with the customer throughout the project.

Benefits

• Full relocation package.
• Employee bonus plan.
• 401K contributions.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Various health insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree