Sr Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking

GE Aerospace•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•$130,000 - $173,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer – Avionics Networking will serve as a subject matter expert in deterministic avionics networking within GE Aerospace’s ION (Input/Output & Networking) organization. The role applies knowledge of ARINC 664 (AFDX), Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), and related Ethernet-based standards to requirements, architecture, integration, and certification activities across civil and military aircraft programs. The engineer works closely with hardware, software, test, and certification teams and serves as a best-practice resource for avionics networking across the organization. The position is based on-site in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with travel up to 10%. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates. The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to demonstrate U.S. Person status as specified in the posting. The base pay range is $130,000–$173,000 annually. The position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary. The posting is expected to close on 12/31/26.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or another STEM field) from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems design, development, integration, or verification, preferably in avionics or other safety-critical systems.
Hands-on experience with deterministic avionics networks such as ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) or Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN).
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including Ethernet, IP addressing, VLANs, switching, routing, and network topology.
U.S. citizenship status is required, as stated in the required qualifications. The posting also states that access to export-controlled information requires the ability to prove U.S. Person status, including lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, asylee, or refugee status.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; an offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen as applicable. Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with both ARINC 664 (AFDX) and TSN (IEEE 802.1 TSN standards).
Experience with integrated modular avionics (IMA) and ARINC 653 partitioned environments.
Experience with ARINC 615A data loading and network configuration.
Experience in DAL A development and certification environments (ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254).
Tool experience with IBM DOORS, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud, and RTC/EWM.
Knowledge of network analysis and test tools, such as traffic generators and protocol analyzers.
Customer technical interface experience and project estimation/bidding experience.
Self-starter with strong interpersonal, communication, and technical leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert for deterministic avionics networking, including ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX), TSN, and related Ethernet-based standards.
Lead decomposition of customer and system requirements into traceable networking requirements, with flow-down to hardware, software, and supplier teams.
Contribute to network architecture definition, configuration, and trade studies across multiple aircraft programs.
Perform network performance, timing, and redundancy analyses to ensure deterministic, robust operation.
Support interface control documents and protocol interface definitions between subsystems, teams, suppliers, and customers.
Develop verification strategies and support protocol conformance, network performance testing, and system-level integration and test.
Support certification strategy and execution for DAL A programs, including ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, SOIs, audits, and closure of findings.
Participate in design and code reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments for avionics networking products.
Engage with customers and suppliers on requirements, interoperability, and compliance plans.
Mentor systems engineers and serve as a best-practice resource for avionics networking across the organization.
Travel up to 10%.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including 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 eligibility.
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.