Senior Embedded Software Manager

Job Description

Job title: Senior Embedded Software Manager

Company: GE

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As a senior software technical leader in our department you will be responsible for leading and coaching a team of talented engineers to design and deliver complex safety-critical software for new or existing aircraft electrical power distribution systems. You will be a proven problem solver who is passionate about the ‘’big picture’’ but who also retains an eye for detail.

Job Description

• Technical: You will leverage your extensive software engineering experience and knowledge to lead a team of engineers to execute a robust safety critical process.
• The work is varied and includes developing requirements, architecture, design, implementation and the verification of embedded software solutions for complex power distribution systems
• Coaching and Teaching: You will be committed to inclusion and diversity and passionate about coaching and technically developing engineers to reach their potential.
• Global Teams: We partner with engineering teams across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design and support capabilities of our global teams.
• Planning and Delivery: You will provide support to project leadership in planning activities to ensure that the technical scope is accurately captured.
• Customer Focus: You will effectively collaborate with the customer and other engineering teams and stakeholders to understand the impact of any system changes on the software.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Previous embedded software experience working within complex system designs in an aviation, automotive or similar embedded systems development environment working to rigorous standards (e.g. RTCA DO-178B/C, DAL level A or B, or similar)
• Previous experience in leading moderate to large team-based projects and/or providing technical direction and coaching to less experienced staff.
• Experience of defining successful technical strategies and best practices that improve execution and team capability.
• Proven ability to solve complex problems autonomously or as part of a cross-functional team. Experience of applying lean or similar improvement methodologies to improve team performance.
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan, and execute programs.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Competitive Performance based Bonus Scheme,

• Car Allowance

• Non-contributory Pension

• Life Assurance

• Group income protection

• Private medical cover

• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance:

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Expected salary:

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

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