Staff Engineer – Flight Management Systems

GE Aerospace

. Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex flight management computing systems projects .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex flight management computing systems projects, including adherence to DO-178C and DO-254 standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage project lifecycles, and implement process improvements in a highly regulated aerospace environment.

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Project ManagementDO-178C ComplianceDO-254 ComplianceAgile MethodologiesJira Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project Lifecycle ManagementRequirements DefinitionSoftware DevelopmentHardware DevelopmentRisk ManagementConfiguration ManagementChange Control ProcessesBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementMetrics Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMentorshipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

JiraMS Project

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringAvionics IndustryFlight-Critical SystemsIntegrated Product DevelopmentEngineering Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex flight management computing systems projects
Manage the full project lifecycle from concept through deployment, including requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, and certification support
Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risks
Lead cross-functional engineering teams and provide technical guidance and mentorship
Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders, senior leadership, and customers
Ensure adherence to DO-178C, DO-254, and GE Aerospace engineering processes
Collaborate with product management, systems engineering, software development, hardware engineering, and quality assurance teams
Identify and implement process improvements
Manage external vendor relationships and deliverables
Drive continuous improvement in project management practices and engineering methodologies
Improve Engineering function effectiveness through metrics, dashboards, functional processes, and cross-functional initiative coordination

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's 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 DO-178C and DO-254
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Jira and MS Project
Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Experience with risk management, configuration management, and change control processes
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
U.S. citizenship status required
Ability to prove U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
May be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Annual discretionary bonus
Corporate relocation package for eligible candidates
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance