GE Aerospace · 6 hours ago
Lead Engineer - Systems Engineer - Advanced Programs Execution - DoD Secret Clearance
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$91K/yr - $122K/yr
5+ years expGE Aerospace is a leader in inventing the future of flight, and they are seeking a Lead Engineer - Systems Engineer to join their Advanced Programs Execution team in Grand Rapids, MI. This role involves leading system requirements management and design activities for innovative technologies, while providing technical leadership to ensure project goals are met.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
System Requirements Management: Generate system functional requirements from stakeholder expectation
Model Based Systems Engineering: Utilize Cameo to develop a system architecture aligned to requirements
System Design Leadership: Lead interdisciplinary collaboration with software, hardware, test, safety, maintainability, reliability, and certification teams establishing the best overall design to meet customer needs
Interface Management: Be responsible for system and subsystem-level design requirements. Define and manage interfaces to all subsystems in compliance with the system solution
System Integration: 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
Risk Management: Apply critical thinking toward the proactive identification and abatement of technical risk to minimize project impact
Technical Expertise: 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
Best Practices: Understand and develop best practices the accelerate LEAN operations and differentiators in the market
Problem-Solving: Propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address complex problems
Decision-Making: Use multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to make decisions
Resource for Colleagues: Act as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues
Team Consensus Building: Develop skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within the field
Communication: Report to senior leadership on technical status of ongoing projects
Bids & Proposals: Respond to requests for information (RFI) and requests for proposal (RFP) providing estimates of resource costs and proposed technical approach
Strategy Deployment: Support the development of product and technical roadmaps
Customer Engagement: Work closely with the Program Manager (PM) and Engineering Project Manager (EPM) to collaborate with the customer throughout the project
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field from an accredited university
5+ years of systems engineering project execution experience
5+ years product development experience
This role requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship
Preferred
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
Understanding and practice of basic project management concepts
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
Benefits
Full relocation package
Employee bonus plan
401K contributions
Flexible work arrangements
Tuition reimbursement
Various health insurance options
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
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
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.01BKey Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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