Take2Flight Avionics Engineer

Job Description SummaryThe GE Aerospace Take2Flight: Experienced Career Relaunch Program is for seasoned engineering professionals eager to return to work after a career hiatus of one year or longer. This unique program offers a supportive bridge back to full-time technical roles, providing structured support and training during the initial 12-week period. Program participants start in small cohorts who meet regularly for knowledge sharing, mutual support, and mentoring.

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team. It means that if you have ideas, we will listen. You will be able to be a part of our LEAN transformation so that you can work smarter and not harder. At GE Aerospace, you will do work that you will be proud of. Work that really matters.

Our Avionics team is inventing the future of flight, lifting people up, and bringing them home safely every day! As key players in the industry for over 75 years, GE Aerospace's Avionics solutions are at the heart of many of today’s civil and military platforms.

With our state-of-the-art Flight Management System (FMS) powering all the major narrowbodies, and our open computing suite (Integrated Modular Avionics, Common Core System) powering Boeing’s 787 and 777X platforms, GE Aerospace's Avionics provide safety and advanced technology to all customers. As a trusted partner on western defense platforms, GE Aerospace’s Systems offer tailor-made solutions for both fixed and rotary wings military applications, including KC-46, P-8, F-35, and F-18. We take pride in ensuring full-lifecycle readiness as it relates to safety, certification, and quality standards, continuously striving to deliver for our customers through project execution, collaboration, and lean problem-solving.

Our Avionics team is primarily based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Clearwater, Florida with additional support received from our global sites. We are focused on fostering an inclusive culture where every team member can reach their full potential. If this sounds like an environment in which you would thrive, we encourage you to apply and see your career take flight!

Job Description

As an Engineer within the Avionics Engineering team, you will spearhead efforts around avionics product development, analysis and/or project management.

This role grants you the autonomy to lead activities within your discipline, guided by established functional practices and procedures. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners and utilize your expertise to execute the design, analysis, and/or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.

Take2Flight Program Career Relaunchers are aligned to engineering roles that capitalize on the person’s previous experiences.

Essential responsibilities include:

• Plan and execute engineering tasks with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
• Apply technical judgment and analytical skills to support the design and development of avionics systems, including hardware and software components.
• Gain insights into industry best practices and competitive differentiation.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and fostering a culture of open communication and timely feedback.
• Document processes, procedures, and findings, contributing to technical and program reviews.
• Build knowledge of best practices and how the system integrates with other areas; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
• Execute the design, analysis, evaluation, test and/or integration of avionics systems, including hardware and software components, using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and requirements.
• Incorporate LEAN principles into your standard work.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited university or college
• At least 5 additional years of experience in an engineering design position
• At least 1 year or more of a professional career break

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, and collaborative teammate
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• 5+ years experience in an avionics technical design engineering role

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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