Job Description Summary
The Embedded Software (Test) Engineer is a critical role within the aerospace sector, dedicated to the rigorous testing of embedded software running on many assorted products. This position demands an understanding of Software Test methods including requirements based testing, test script development, and hardware/software integration skills. This role requires experience in analyzing Software Requirements and Models for testability. The role requires continuous integration and continuous build experience.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
This position, which offers a blend of onsite and hybrid work arrangements, is based in Grand Rapids MI, and necessitates a presence in the office for three days each week. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities:
- DO-178C Software Verification: Develop test framework, test cases, test procedures for requirements-based testing of embedded software. Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders throughout the software life-cycle.
- Perform Software Test Automation: Expertise in using automation tools and frameworks to design and implement test scripts.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, and C to develop and maintain automated tests.
- Perform integration of automated tests into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Familiarity with various development methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and DevOps.
- Provide informal guidance to new team members. Work in an agile/scrum environment and lead a small team as needed.
Technical Skills
- DO-178C Compliance: Understanding of DO-178C guidelines and ensuring all testing activities comply with DO-178C standards.
- DO-330 Compliance: Understanding of DO-330 (Software Tool Qualification Considerations) in the qualification of software tools used in the verification of airborne systems. Collaboration with Tool Vendors, work with vendors to obtain necessary documentation, support, and updates required for tool qualification and ongoing compliance with DO-330.
- Hardware-Software Integration Testing: Conducting integration tests to ensure that the software correctly interfaces with hardware components.
- Regression Testing: Performing regression testing to ensure that changes or enhancements do not introduce defects into existing functionality.
- Experience/Familiarity with tools such as: DOORS, Cameo EA, JTAG Debuggers, Jenkins, SAST Tools such as “QAC-CWE”.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in Engineering and Technology.
- 1-2 years of experience in testing/building embedded software.
Eligibility Requirement (s)
- US Citizen: This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a Verification/Validation (V&V) role for a DO-178B/C project.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in full life cycle software development, with expertise in V&V.
- Knowledge of Model Based Design (UML Models).
- Knowledge of Continuous Integration, and DevOps strategies.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (for GE Employees).
- Experience working with global development teams, including GE and Preferred Suppliers.
- Demonstrated ability to meet cost/schedule targets and effectively interface with all organization levels.
The base pay range for this position is $79,800.00 - $82,000.00. 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 10/31/25.
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, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the 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
