Job Description

Technical Leadership:

• Provides expertise and guidance in embedded software development, acting as a senior technical focal point for complex and critical programs
• Evaluates and selects new approaches and technologies for critical software development, including Generative AI solutions, data models, tools, and their integration into products and processes
• Establishes, owns, and drives the implementation of advanced standard work for engineering tools and processes, using FLIGHT DECK best practices and controlled-title design practices
• Proactively identifies potential technical problems and risks, and leads the development of innovative, practical solutions aligned with project and organizational objectives
• Performs critical design and code reviews, upholding technical standards, safety, and quality, and driving continuous improvement in design and implementation practices
• Supports customer reviews from a subject matter expert perspective, clearly communicating technical trade-offs, risks, and recommendations
• Represents GE Aerospace and contributes to industry forums and committees, raising awareness of critical skills and technologies and strengthening the company’s technical reputation

Delivery & Execution:

• Drives and supports technical excellence in NPI execution, ensuring embedded software solutions meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) expectations
• Supports the functional management in delivering work packages assigned to GE Poland, applying FLIGHT DECK to meet quality, cost, and schedule constraints
• Actively leads the execution of embedded software projects assigned to GE Poland, including planning, risk management, issue resolution, and coordination with global teams
• Partners with the Chief Engineering Office and design organizations for technical oversight, ensuring consistent engineering rigor and reuse of best practices
• Defines and drives cross-functional roles, responsibilities, and operating cadence to enable effective project execution and strong interfaces with customers and key stakeholders

Mentoring & Collaboration:

• Leads the software capability development in the GE Poland PD&C department, identifying gaps and driving improvements in skills, methods, and tools
• Partners with the Chief Engineering Office to develop capability in line with business objectives, including critical skills related to controlled titles and advanced software technologies
• Actively mentors aspiring talents, providing advanced coaching and development opportunities, and supporting team members pursuing the CTH career path
• Strategically leverages and expands networks cross-functionally and across the industry, acting as a key liaison between departments and external partners to drive collaborative success

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university

• Extensive experience and expert knowledge in critical software development, ideally including safety- or mission-critical embedded systems
• Profound technical leadership experience, including leading complex technical programs and integrating advanced technical solutions and methodologies
• Proven track record of developing and mentoring talent, with experience providing advanced coaching and supporting technical or CTH career progression 

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience with a focus on managing technical programs and designing and developing new products, including resolving complex product issues
• Prior experience with New Product Development (NPI) processes
• Prior experience with a Lean management system, preferably including FLIGHT DECK
• Strong coaching expertise and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence across multiple projects and teams
• Strong business acumen and customer mindset, able to connect technical and CTH decisions to business outcomes and customer value
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to lead the identification of potential problems and the development of innovative solutions
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to build and leverage strong relationships and interfaces with customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

SPB2

Relocation Assistance Provided: No