At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. As key players in the aerospace industry, you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in research and development keeps us looking ahead.
We’ve got an amazing team of exceptional people helping to solve increasingly complex challenges. Our Systems Engineering teams are comprised of diverse and experienced engineers who care about ensuring full-lifecycle readiness as it relates to safety, certification, and quality standards.
The Lead DO-178 /Software Certification Engineer will lead the software certification efforts for certification planning as well as regulatory compliance oversight for assigned projects and products for all of Aviation Systems.
You’ll get support from experienced team members in the area as well as get trained within this specialized field. You will have the opportunity to improve your skills and know-how on the job training as well as extreme coaching and mentoring provided by the staff engineers within the team.Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Lead programs in determining product certification strategy and certification basisLead compliance planning and determination of means of complianceSupport / contribution to creation of cohesive project plansReview of development artefacts, where applicablePerform certification audit pre-assessments both of internal projects and external suppliersAudit project / product artifacts and verification activities to assess compliance with the certification basisSupport to Customer AR / Regulatory Authority auditsSupport and collaboration with Integrated Project Teams to resolve audit Findings/Actions/ObservationsSupport to / participation in industry working groupsQualifications
Direct design experience/knowledge with airborne software development and/or certification experience in a RTCA/DO-178B or C environmentWorking with regulatory compliance related to RTCA/DO-178CBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or in “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) or equivalent knowledge and experienceDesired Characteristics
Strong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to coordinate several projects simultaneouslyEffective problem identification and solution skillsProven analytical and organisational abilityFlexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
Performance based annual bonus Non-contributory Pension Life Assurance Group income protection Private medical cover Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No