Firmware Engineer

GE Aerospace’s Evendale campus in Cincinnati is hiring a firmware engineer to develop Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) systems for both commercial and defense propulsion programs. You will design and implement real-time firmware on ARM Cortex-R processors under VxWorks 653, the ARINC 653 partitioned operating system used across GE’s engine controller product line. Work includes fuel metering valve control, compressor bleed scheduling, and real-time engine health monitoring algorithms.

This is a DO-178C Level A development environment requiring rigorous software engineering discipline. You will author requirements, design documentation, and verification artifacts alongside your implementation work, participating in formal reviews with FAA and military certification authorities. The role also involves integration with FPGA-based sensor acquisition and actuation logic, requiring close collaboration with the digital hardware team.

Candidates should have 4+ years of firmware experience and proficiency in C/C++ for real-time embedded systems. Familiarity with VxWorks, DO-178C, or ARINC 653 standards is a strong advantage. US citizenship is required due to the nature of defense-related programs. GE Aerospace offers a compelling mix of commercial and military work with clear paths to technical leadership.

• 401(k) with 8% match
• Pension plan
• Health and dental insurance
• Tuition assistance