Job Description Summary
As an Embedded Software Specialist, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software and firmware for mission-critical technologies and products. You will work as part of a collaborative engineering team to help deliver reliable, high-quality embedded systems. This role requires a strong technical foundation in embedded systems, attention to detail, and the ability to work within real-time system constraints. The position involves day-to-day execution with guidance from more senior engineers and requires sound judgment in completing assigned tasks.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Support the design, development, and testing of embedded software modules, features, and applications.

• Assist in implementing software requirements based on system, hardware, and software specifications.

• Execute engineering test, validation, and verification activities for embedded software.

• Follow established software development processes, standards, and documentation practices.

• Support software integration and testing across a variety of environments, including simulation, lab, and hardware test platforms.

• Implement and troubleshoot software for resource-constrained embedded environments.

• Work closely with hardware and systems teams to support communication between modules and applications.

• Help ensure software reliability, robustness, and compliance with safety and security requirements.

• Create and maintain technical documentation for software designs, test procedures, and results.

• Participate in requirements reviews, code reviews, design reviews, and problem-solving activities.

• Support project execution by completing assigned work to meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

• Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues during development, integration, and test.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related STEM fields

• Experience programming inAda, C, C++, or similar languages

• Experience supporting software development, integration, or testing in embedded environments

• Ability to read and work from technical requirements, specifications, and interface documentation

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Location / Clearance:

• Location:Grand Rapids, MI

• This is afully onsiteposition requiring attendancefive days per week

• This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science.

• Experience with embedded software design, development, integration, and testing

• Familiarity withAdain embedded software environments

• Knowledge of scripting languages such asPython, Perl, or Tcl

• Familiarity with code management tools such asGit, CVS, SVN, or Perforce

• Experience withRTOSenvironments such as Linux, FreeRTOS, QNX, or VxWorks

• Experience with embedded software debugging and integration on hardware

• Familiarity with debuggers, lab test equipment, and interfaces such asUART, JTAG, and oscilloscopes

• Understanding of networking fundamentals, includingEthernetandVLANs

• Familiarity with system interfaces such asEthernet, Mil-Std-1553, and Serial

• Familiarity with component interfaces such asI2C, SPI, and PCIe

• Experience working in regulated or mission-critical industries such as Aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical devices

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

The base pay range for this position is $86,000.00 - $108,000.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors,including the candidates experience, education, and skill set.This position is also eligiblefor an annual discretionary bonus based on apercentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan.This posting isexpected to close on10/31/26.

GE 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 aHealth Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling andreferral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matchingcontributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits includetuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes