Staff Engineer – Flight Management Systems Project Leader

Drives initiatives to improve the effectiveness of the Engineering function and interfaces with other functions to provide effective coordination of metrics dashboards functional processes and cross-functional initiative coordination. Impacts approaches projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy requiring high levels of operational judgment.


This position is based in Grand Rapids MI and follows a hybrid work schedule with in-office presence required Tuesday through Thursday. An extensive corporate relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

Job Summary:

Lead the planning execution and delivery of complex flight management computing systems projects within GE Aerospace ensuring technical excellence schedule adherence and budget control for critical avionics solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

* Manage the full lifecycle of flight management computing systems projects from concept through deployment including requirements definition design development integration testing and certification support.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including scope schedule budget resource allocation and risk management strategies.
* Lead cross-functional engineering teams providing technical guidance mentorship and fostering a collaborative environment.
* Communicate project status risks and mitigation strategies effectively to stakeholders senior leadership and customers.
* Ensure adherence to aerospace industry standards (e.g. DO-178C DO-254) and GE Aerospaces engineering processes.
* Collaborate with product management systems engineering software development hardware engineering and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless project execution.
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project efficiency quality and predictability.
* Manage external vendor relationships and deliverables as required for project success.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives within project management practices and engineering methodologies.

Job Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited university.
* Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management integrated product development team leadership or a combination of both within the aerospace or avionics industry specifically with flight-critical systems.
* Proven experience leading complex software and/or hardware development projects for flight management systems.
* In-depth knowledge of aerospace industry standards such as DO-178C (Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification) and DO-254 (Design Assurance Guidance for Airborne Electronic Hardware).
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
* Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
* Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Jira MS Project) and methodologies (e.g. Agile Waterfall).
* Experience with risk management configuration management and change control processes.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced highly regulated environment.

* This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

The base pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $173000.00 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factorsincluding the candidates experience education and skill position is also eligiblefor an annual discretionary bonus based on apercentage of your base salary/ commission based on the posting isexpected to close on10/31/26.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and along with programs like HealthAhead your physicalemotional financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to aHealth Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program which provides 24/7 confidential assessment counseling andreferral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan a 401(k) savings plan with company matchingcontributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits includetuition 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. isa Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time andfor any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. Thisdocument does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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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 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.