GE Aerospace Defense & Aerospace

Lead Embedded Systems Engineer

Bohemia, NY In person Full-time

Location: Bohemia

Job Description Summary

Innoveering a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Aerospace is a dynamic engineering development company with exciting projects and product development in the aerospace and defense sector. Primary focus is on developing advanced, high-speed propulsion engines to support the Department of Defense Modernization Priorities. Our customers and partners include the U.S. Government and major aerospace prime weapons systems companies.

Job Summary

In this role, you will lead the design and testing of embedded systems which include hardware, firmware, and software. Part of the responsibilities include writing and debugging firmware and software, designing schematics and PCB layouts, hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and software-in-the-loop (SWIL) testing. This role is looking for applicants that have worked with and are proficient in C, C++, embedded C, python, Verilog, Linux, and real time operating systems. You should have experience working with different communication protocols such as UART, I2C, PCIe, Ethernet, RS-232/422/485, SPI, CAN, and USB. You should be comfortable learning other language platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with other engineers to design, build, and maintain embedded systems including hardware, firmware, and software.
  • Build software applications for various hardware platforms such as NI, TI, Red Pitaya, ARM, and FPGAs
  • Write, debug, and test firmware and software in SIL and HIL test benches
  • Design schematics and PCB layouts for high-speed designs
  • Field integration and testing of embedded system with a focus on aerospace integration
  • HWIL and SWIL testing onsite and offsite
  • Write and maintain documentation as well improve design practices
  • Organize and/or attend meetings with team to discuss project design tasks and schedule to meet deadlines effectively
  • Maintain Git repository

Requirements

  • MS degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
  • U.S. Citizenship / Ability to pass background investigation & drug screening
  • 3+ years’ experience with working with embedded hardware – microcontrollers, microprocessors, FGPAs, ARM, NI, Red Pitaya, etc.
  • 3+ years’ experience working in a Linux, VxWorks, and other real time operating systems
  • 3+ years’ experience programming in C, C++, embedded C, python, Verilog, and LabView
  • 3+ years’ experience working with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.
  • 3+ years’ experience working with data acquisition systems

Preferred Skills

Experience working with aerospace systems

Experience working in MATLAB and Simulink

Basic signal analysis and physics knowledge

Ability to work well in a team environment and coordinate between various teams and disciplines

Excellent communication and documentation

Must be independent and self-motivated, demonstrating strong analytical skills and creative thinking

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The base pay range for this position is $114,000 to 152,000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on December 31st, 2026.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.

Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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