Lead Software Engineer - IMA Configuration Tool
About The Position
The Lead Software Engineer - IMA Configuration Tools role is responsible for providing technical leadership and hands-on support for software engineering activities related to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of IMA Configuration Tools. This position will play a key role in delivering robust, user-focused software solutions that support critical aerospace programs. The software lead will collaborate across systems, software, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure solutions meet product requirements, enable interoperability, and support program execution. This role is preferably based in a hybrid/onsite arrangement in Grand Rapids, MI, though remote candidates may also be considered. If hired as a remote employee, in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1 will be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in software development.
- Experience designing, developing, debugging, and testing software applications in C# and/or Python.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
- GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading projects and/or mentoring software engineering team members.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
- Experience with C#, C++, Java, and/or Python.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Experience developing engineering tools, configuration tools, or applications used in regulated or technical environments is a plus.
- Ability to balance technical execution with program priorities in a fast-paced development environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, debugging, testing, and review of software applications written primarily in C# and Python for IMA Configuration Tools.
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentoring to junior software engineers to support team development and execution.
- Partner with systems engineers and other stakeholders to analyze user needs and translate requirements into effective software solutions.
- Ensure software development activities align with product specifications, technical requirements, and program objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, external partners, and vendors to drive interoperability, integration, and reuse of software solutions.
- Identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and propose innovative solutions to complex engineering problems.
- Support project leadership with task planning, work assignment definition, and execution support to help meet program schedules and deliverables.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and engineering best practices.
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
- Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
- 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.
- Relocation Assistance Provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
