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Advanced Lead Software Engineer - Control Systems

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Advanced Lead Software Engineer - Control Systems

Blue Ash, OH

Job Description Summary

Have you ever wondered what makes a turbofan engine so cool? Some people think it's the fan, or the high- or low-pressure turbines, or the combustor, or even the augmentor (on military engines).

On my team we think it's the logic and software that stitch all those subsystems together to form a cohesive operating machine - one that can readily respond to pilot inputs while still providing safe and fuel-efficient thrust to complete the mission. This logic also provides diagnostic and prognostic capabilities to better support our customers' fleet needs.

Job Description

In this role we design, develop, validate, and qualify new engine control algorithms and strategies to deliver innovative products for exciting Military applications. Work would range from early science and technology programs to New Product Introduction (NPI) in support of the next generation of aviation products.

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Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Engineering Solutions Management: Identify, develop, evaluate, introduce, and manage engineering solutions for product control and control system technology needs.
  • Control Systems Design: Apply control theory and mathematical modeling to create systems with specific desired behaviors. This includes operability, setting boundaries, cycle optimization, control logic, control-related software, sensors, hardware and software algorithms, and feedback systems to control the performance of devices, subsystems, and systems.
  • Technical Discipline Development: Expand knowledge in your technical discipline to execute policy/strategy effectively. This may include support roles requiring specialized technical knowledge as you acquire higher-level knowledge and skills.
  • Understanding Business Drivers: Possess a basic understanding of key business drivers to accomplish tasks efficiently and understand how your work integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving: Exercise some autonomy in decision-making within a defined framework. Resolve issues requiring good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures and consult senior team members for issues outside defined instructions.
  • Interpersonal and Leadership Skills: Utilize good interpersonal skills to lead junior teams if necessary. For customer-facing roles, develop strong customer relationships and serve as the interface between the customer and GE, explaining technical information clearly.
  • Documentation and Review: Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated for assigned projects and tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures. Participate in technical and program reviews as a presenter or reviewer.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience related to Aircraft Engine Controls Systems and Software development.
  • Due to the nature of our projects a US Citizenship is required, ability to secure and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Desired Characteristics:

  • Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication abilities.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with NPSS Simulation tools and Python.
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a structured team environment.
  • Methodologies Development: Passion for developing Aircraft Engine Controls methodologies, including hardware and software integration, requirements development and documentation, logic design, development and validation, and providing support for the product software release process.
  • Confidentiality: Ability to work on classified projects and maintain confidentiality.
  • Engine Controls Systems Experience: Relevant experience in developing Engine Controls Systems requirements.
  • MATLAB/Simulink Proficiency: Relevant experience developing Engine Controls logic using the MATLAB/Simulink environment and related toolset.
  • Mentorship: Relevant experience in coaching and mentoring less-experienced engineers in developing Engine Controls logic.
  • Documentation: Relevant experience in documenting Controls System logic and software development processes.

If you have a passion for delivering integrated hardware and software solutions, I'd encourage you to come check out some of the really interesting projects that we are delivering.

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more

sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

#LI-EDRICH

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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

Client-provided location(s): Evendale, OH, USA
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-GAOGAYGLOBALR5003465EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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