Engineer - Embedded Software

Embedded Software Engineer

Responsible for providing assistance 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 moderate complexity, and solve problems through immediate action or short-term planning. The Engineer will participate 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.

Job Description

In this role, you will:

• Provide assistance in the design and development of 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.
• Ability to write code that meets standards and delivers desired functionality using the technology selected for the project.
• Understand performance parameters and can assess application performance.
• Understand core data structures and algorithms and can implement them using language of choice.
• 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.
• 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.
• Participate in LEAN initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and software quality.
• Gather and translate customer requirements into executable product specifications.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or STEM Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
• GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics / Technical Expertise

• US Secret Clearance or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of control theory, signal processing, embedded systems, and software development. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Aware of methods and practices such as Lean/Agile/XP, etc.
• Prior work experience in an agile environment, or introductory training on Lean/Agile.
• Aware of and able to apply continuous integration (CI).
• General understanding of the impacts of technology choice to the software development life cycle.
• 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

Business Acumen

• Has the ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Understands the technology landscape, up to date on current technological trends and new technology, brings new ideas to the team.
• Displays understanding of the project's value proposition for the customer.
• Shows commitment to deliver the best value proposition for the targeted customer.
• Learns organization vision statement and decision-making framework.
• Able to understand how team and personal goals/objectives contribute to the organization vision.

Personal / Leadership Attributes

• Voices opinions and presents clear rationale.
• Uses data or factual evidence to influence.
• Learns organization vision statement and decision making framework. Able to understand how team and personal goals/objectives contribute to the organization vision.
• Completes assigned tasks on time and with high quality. Takes independent responsibility for assigned deliverables.
• Has the ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Seeks to understand problems thoroughly before implementing solutions. Asks questions to clarify requirements when ambiguities are present.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and offers new ideas. Takes the initiative to experiment with new software frameworks.
• Adapts to new environments and changing requirements. Pivots quickly as needed. When coached, responds to need & seeks info from other sources

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes