Sr Systems Lead – Avionics Networking

GE Aerospace•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•$130,000 - $173,000•Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Lead – Avionics Networking to lead systems engineering for avionics networking products in its ION (Input/Output & Networking) organization, supporting civil and military aircraft platforms. The role owns the systems engineering process from requirements through verification and certification, collaborating with software, hardware, test, safety, reliability, and certification teams to shape system architecture, manage the requirements baseline, and drive integration and validation. It also leads a team of systems engineers delivering high-integrity, deterministic airborne networking products. The position is based on-site in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and requires travel up to 10%. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates. The role requires U.S. citizenship status as stated in the qualifications; the posting also specifies that employment is contingent on the ability to establish U.S. Person status for access to export-controlled information. The annual base pay range is $130,000 to $173,000, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary or commission according to the plan. The posting is expected to close on December 31, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or another STEM field) from an accredited college or university.
At least 10 years of experience in systems design, integration, or verification, preferably in avionics or other safety-critical systems.
Demonstrated experience leading systems engineering activities or teams on a product development program.
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 qualifications.
Ability to establish U.S. Person status as specified for access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ARINC 664 Part 7 (AFDX) and ARINC 615A.
Experience with Time-Sensitive Networking, including IEEE 802.1AS, 802.1Qbv, 802.1Qci, and 802.1CB/DP.
Experience serving as Systems Lead on DAL A programs, including ARP4754A, DO-178C, and DO-254.
Experience with requirements management, configuration management, and change control processes.
Knowledge of Ethernet and networking protocols such as QoS, NTP, DHCP, FTP/TFTP/SNMP, SSH, and IPSec.
Tool experience with IBM DOORS, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud, and RTC/EWM.
Customer technical interface experience and project estimation or bidding experience.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical leadership skills.
Self-starter able to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment.

Responsibilities

Lead systems engineering for avionics networking products, ensuring deterministic performance, end-to-end integration, and robust operability.
Own the system requirements baseline and decompose customer requirements, including ARINC 664, TSN, and ARINC 615A, into traceable requirements flowed down to hardware, software, and suppliers.
Plan and lead the systems engineering process, including the Systems Engineering Management Plan, technical reviews, requirements traceability from system requirements through HLR, LLR, design, and test, and interface management.
Lead and direct a team of systems engineers by assigning work, reviewing technical products, and mentoring engineers.
Own system-level certification strategy and execution for DAL A programs; support SOIs and audits and close findings.
Drive system- and component-level validation and verification, including verification strategies, test planning, and artifacts.
Ensure configuration control and change impact analysis across programs and customers.
Conduct system and product integration, manage risk trades across multidisciplinary teams, and drive issue resolution to meet quality, schedule, and cost targets.
Partner with subject matter experts, technical leaders, and Engineering Project Managers to align technical execution with program commitments.
Engage customers and suppliers on requirements, interoperability, and compliance plans.
Support technical estimates and proposal inputs for new business opportunities.
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.
Professional development and competitive compensation.
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.