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GE Aerospace • Kentwood, Michigan, United States
Salary: $95,000 - $127,000 / year
Role & seniority: Lead Test Systems Design Engineer – Avionics (senior/lead level)
Stack/tools: National Instruments TestStand; LabWindows/CVI; C/C++/C# in Visual Studio; hardware/system integration; signal conditioning and cabling; aerospace interfaces (RS-232/422/485, ARINC 429/664/825, Ethernet, CAN); Git; test design documentation
Design, develop, and deploy automated production test equipment for complex aerospace electronics (end-to-end lifecycle: concept to sustainment)
Define test strategy and data flows, implement tests for high coverage/throughput, and drive design-for-test (DFT) inputs; lead NPI and process-improvement efforts
Provide hands-on manufacturing support, mentor other test engineers, manage scope/schedule/resources, and communicate risks/mitigations to leadership
Must-have skills: BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or equivalent; 5+ years designing automated test systems in production/high-reliability environments; strong software (C/C++/C#) and test software tooling expertise; hardware design for test (signal conditioning, stimulus, cabling); experience with NI tools; cross-functional collaboration; documentation and project planning capability
Nice-to-haves: PMP/Agile/ Scrum or formal PM training; aerospace/regulatory experience and standards familiarity; leadership of engineers/workstreams; experience with Git-based workflows; experience in lean/continuous improvement
Location & wor
Job Description Summary The Lead Test Systems Design Engineer – Avionics will own the design and delivery of automated production test systems for complex electronic aerospace products. This role combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective test solutions that support manufacturing and new product introduction. This includes developing test software for full automation, managing requirements, and integrating hardware and software into complete systems.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
This position, which offers a blend of onsite and hybrid work arrangements, is based in Grand Rapids and necessitates a presence in the office for 2-3 days each week. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates. Job Description
Own the full test system lifecycle: planning, requirements, architecture, hardware/software design, integration, verification, release, and sustainment. Influence overall test strategy and coverage, including test data analytics, design-for-test (DFT) input, and board-level test strategies in manufacturing. Develop and maintain test software using National Instruments TestStand, C/C++/C# in Microsoft Visual Studio, and C in LabWindows/CVI (or equivalent tools). Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing, including debug of test systems, test failures, and equipment issues. Create and maintain test design documentation, including requirements, test specifications, schematics/drawings, procedures, test software documentation, verification procedures, and reports. Collaborate closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Engineering to align test solutions with product requirements, safety, and quality standards. Contribute to and lead elements of new product introduction (NPI), process improvement, and lean/continuous improvement initiatives within test engineering and manufacturing. Mentor and coach other test engineers in tools, architecture, design practices, and development processes; provide technical direction within project teams. Communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans clearly and proactively to project and functional leadership. Prepare and deliver technical material for customer and internal design/test reviews and presentations. Plan and manage own work and assigned resources to meet schedule, cost, quality, and compliance objectives. Participate in and sometimes lead cross-functional teams to address organizational initiatives and drive improvements in test capability, productivity, and quality.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes