Lead Systems Engineer - Flight Management Computing at GE Aviation Systems LLC

Compensation · Listed in posting

$130,000 – $173,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Type: Full-time
Level: lead/mgmt
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Description

GE Aerospace is hiring a Lead Systems Engineer to lead systems engineering for Flight Management Computing programs across military and civil avionics platforms. The role manages requirements, traceability, integration, verification, validation, interfaces, risk, trade studies, configuration control, and technical execution across software, hardware, and program teams. It is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on a hybrid schedule with office attendance on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and requires U.S. citizenship. The position offers a base salary of $130,000 to $173,000 annually, a discretionary bonus, and relocation assistance.

Required Skills

Systems engineering
Requirements management
System integration
Verification and validation
Configuration control
Technical trade studies
Risk management

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college
Required Previous Experiences: At least 6 years of experience in systems engineering or a related engineering discipline
Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in systems engineering principles, including requirements management, integration, verification, and validation
Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams involving software, hardware, and program leadership
Ability to lead technical efforts, influence stakeholders, and drive execution in a complex product environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with engineering judgment and data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Experience with technical trade studies, risk management, and configuration control
Ability to document plans, manage priorities, and execute projects successfully