Embedded Product Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Software

Job Description Summary

Join our team to create robust cybersecurity solutions in an embedded safety-critical environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge aerospace systems where security and safety intersect, protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring mission success.

• Develop product cybersecurity processes for documentation, risk management, vulnerability recording, reporting, and incident response.
• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments on embedded products with varying levels of safety‑criticality.
• Analyze hardware and software architectures for cybersecurity risks and feasibility of cybersecurity controls.
• Select and implement appropriate cybersecurity controls to mitigate embedded platform risks.
• Develop clear, precise technical requirements for cybersecurity implementations in embedded, real‑time engine controllers and other aerospace embedded devices.
• Collaborate with external suppliers to ensure robust configuration and implementation of cybersecurity controls in the embedded product.
• Create and execute requirements‑based test plans to validate security controls.
• Ensure timely completion of contract deliverables while maintaining quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including systems engineers, software developers, and program management.
• Develop and maintain embedded software and tools using programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Be responsible for defining, developing, and evolving software in a fast‑paced and agile development environment using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, software code, and reports.
• Work closely with other engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to integrate control systems and embedded software with other engine components.
• Ensure that control systems and embedded software comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead LEAN initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and software quality.
• Own and conduct process improvements within Standard Work documents.
• Work with Product Line Leaders to understand product requirements and gather and translate customer requirements into executable product specifications.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software, electronics engineering, or embedded product security.
• Success in obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Government Security Clearance; prerequisite is U.S. citizenship.

• Experience with developing and evaluating anti‑tamper designs.
• Hands‑on experience with Risk Management Framework assessments (NIST SP 800‑30).
• Familiarity with RTCA/DO‑326A (Airworthiness Security Process Specification) and RTCA/DO‑356A (Airworthiness Security Methods and Considerations).
• Experience with hardware and/or software reverse engineering.
• In depth knowledge of control theory, signal processing, embedded systems, and software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux based programming.
• Experience working on software projects in the Aerospace domain.
• Certified Scrum Master and/or Product Owner.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adapts to new environments and changing requirements.
• Demonstrates initiative to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.
• Demonstrates awareness of competitors and industry trends.
• Ability to analyze impact of technology choices.
• Leadership skills, ability to take ownership of tasks and mentor team members.
• Effective communication and ability to influence outcomes.
• Strong oral and written communication; interpersonal skills; effective team building and problem‑solving.
• Responds to need and seeks info from other sources when coached.

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.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Eligibility requires status of a U.S. Person: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or granted asylee or refugee status.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
Yes.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).