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GE Aerospace • Kentwood, Michigan, United States
Salary: $130,000 - $173,000 / year
Role & seniority: Senior Test Systems Design Engineer – Avionics
Stack/tools: National Instruments TestStand; LabWindows/CVI; C/C++/C#; Microsoft Visual Studio; hardware/software integration; test data analytics; DFx approaches
Lead design and deployment of automated production test equipment for complex aerospace electronics (concept through deployment)
Own full test system lifecycle (planning, requirements, architecture, design, integration, verification, release, sustainment); influence test strategy and coverage
Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Engineering; mentor other engineers; contribute to NPI and continuous improvement initiatives
BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
10+ years designing automated test systems in production/high-reliability environments
Experience leading engineers/technical workstreams
Software development in C/C++/C#; hardware design for test (signal conditioning, stimulus, interfaces)
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration; ability to document and manage projects
Experience with NI tools (TestStand, LabWindows/CVI)
Aerospace interfaces (ARINC 429/664/825, RS-232/422/485, Ethernet, CAN, analog/digital I/O)
Systems engineering mindset (requirements traceability, interface definition, verification planning)
Git-based workflows, project management training (PMP/
Job Description Summary The Senior 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 of high-impact projects, 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 3-5 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. Lead cross-functional teams to address organizational initiatives and drive improvements in test capability, productivity, and quality.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes