Lead Engineer - Embedded Hardware - Aerospace Research

Job Description Summary
At GE Aerospace Research, our team develops advanced embedded systems technology for the future of flight. Our technology will enable sustainable air travel and next generation aviation systems for use in commercial as well as military applications.
As a Lead Embedded Hardware Engineer, you will architect and develop state-of-the-art embedded systems for real-time controls and communication applications. You will lead and contribute to advanced research and development programs for GE Aerospace as well as with U.S. Government Agencies. You will collaborate with fellow researchers from a range of technology disciplines, contributing to projects across the breadth of GE Aerospace programs.
Job Description
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities: As a Lead Embedded Hardware Engineer, you will:

• Work independently as well as with a team to develop and apply advanced software technologies for embedded controls and communication systems for GE Aerospace products
• Interact with hardware suppliers and engineering tool providers to identify the best solutions for the most challenging applications
• Lead small to medium-sized projects or tasks
• Be responsible for documenting technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications
• Expand your expertise staying current with advances in embedded hardware to seek out new ideas and applications
• Collaborate in a team environment with colleagues across GE Aerospace and government agencies

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines with a minimum of 7 years of industry experience OR a master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience OR a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience.
• Strong background in hardware development for FPGA devices (Xilinx, Lattice, Microsemi, etc.)
• Willingness to travel at a minimum of 2 weeks per year
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance
• US Citizenship required
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Ideal Candidate Characteristics:

• Strong Experience with using Xilinx Vivado and Microchip Libero in both a user driven and scripted mode.
• Able to construct and run testbenches in a simulation tool such as Questa Core/Prime.
• Experience with both fiber and copper network interfaces and implementing them inside of an FPGA.
• Experience with peripheral busses such as DDR, UART, SPI, & I2C.
• Able to implement source synchronous interfaces for high-speed ADC and Video interfaces.
• Able to utilize lab equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, and logic/protocol analyzers.
• Able to read and understand electrical schematics and vendor IC datasheets.
• Able to read and understand device drivers written in C and AARCH64 Assembly for bare metal, RTOSes, and Linux based systems.
• Ability to write simple device drivers.
• Knowledge of MATLAB HDL coder or Xilinx's System Generator for control algorithm implementations
• Abilit to use a Linux based development environment (bash, python, git, gcc, etc.).

The base pay range for this position is 90,000 - 175,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on September 10, 2025 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes