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Our Systems business comprises a wide cross section of aviation products which includes power generation, power distribution, navigation, cockpit displays, computing and networking, ignition systems, sensors, and propellers.We support civil and military customers worldwide and are leading the way in hybrid-electric aircraft technologies and open platform solutions. In this role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to achieve regulatory compliant solutions for products and systems.\nThe Staff Software Certification Engineer will also be responsible for mentoring software certification personnel and will be instrumental in the generation and rollout of certification processes.\nThe location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI or Clearwater FL or Dayton, OH on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.\nJob Description\nIn this role you will:\nLead programs in determining product certification strategy and certification basis.\nLead compliance planning and determination of means of compliance.\nInterpret aircraft regulatory material and determine project impact.\nAudit project / product artifacts and verification activities to assess compliance with the certification basis.\nChampion minimum effort solutions for meeting civil compliance.\nAssess changes to approved/certified products to determine minor or major classification.\nProvide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.\nDocument technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures.\nGenerate and execute mentoring plans for junior Certification Engineers.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or in “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)\nMinimum of 10 years of software development experience in a RTCA/DO-178B or C environment\nExperience in showing compliance to regulatory standards (civil and military)\n This position requires U.S. citizenship status.\nMust be willing to travel (5-15%)\nWilling to work out of our GE offices located in Grand Rapids, MI, Clearwater, FL, or Dayton, OH\nDesired Characteristics:\nUnderstanding of the aircraft systems engineering and civil certification lifecycles\nFamiliarity with major aircraft subsystems, particularly Avionics and associated regulations\nStrong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems\nExtensive experience in finding compliance to the objectives of DO-178B/C\n5 years or more of software certification experience (finding compliance) on civil aerospace programs\nMaster’s degree in Computer Science or related field\nDirect DER and/or ODA unit member experience.\nThe base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD Annually. 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 12/31/26.\nGE 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.\nGE 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.\nThis 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)).\nAdditional Information\nGE 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.\nGE 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). 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