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Avionics Engineer jobs are open across defense contractors, commercial aerospace, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in flight control systems, embedded software, and avionics integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Responsible for designing , developing and testing Embedded Software (Firmware), platforms and systems that control and runs on devices that need to be tailored to the needs of the hardware that it has to control and run on (i.e. directly controls the real time functions of a physical device such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, fans, and other devices and products). Typically requires a deep understanding of the characteristics of the physical device being controlled, the realtime functions it is expected to perform and the ability to design, develop, implement, and test the logic and software required to realize the realtime functionality. Usually tailored for products and services across various P&Ls. Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities:
Architect and develop modules, components, features, or entire embedded software products. This includes areas such as networks, operating systems, cybersecurity, databases, or applications.
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, tools, and processes to enhance project outcomes.
Drive productivity improvements by identifying and implementing best practices across multi-disciplined teams.
Develop and use Trade-Studies to help guide choices in emerging technology that will provide the best outcomes.
Analyze and resolve complex problems with a proven track record of achieving cost/schedule targets. Propose solutions outside of set parameters with guidance, utilizing technical skills and analytic thinking.
Mentor technical teams throughout the software development life cycle including all DO-178C activities.
Serve as an individual contributor with exceptional people skills, capable of developing talent. Provide guidance to new team members.
Work in an agile/scum environment as a technical resource.
Technical Skills:
Experience with embedded software development tools and environments (e.g., debuggers, emulators, compilers).
Knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems.
Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553).
Mastery of software development lifecycle and methodologies (e.g., Agile, V-Model).
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, Ada, and scripting languages.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in development of embedded software.
5+ years of experience working on DO-178C Software Level A-C programs.
Proficiency with the CAMEO Enterprise Architect Tool.
Proficiency with Model Based Design (MBD) for software architecture, requirements, design, and Test of real-time systems.
The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
Eligibility Requirement (s):
This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with ARINC 653 compliant operating systems.
Familiarity with MISRA C coding standards.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to influence product leadership and technology strategy.
Familiarity with computing platforms, network products, real-time operating systems, and multi-core processor architectures.
Demonstrated ability to meet cost/schedule targets and effectively interface with multiple disciplines (Hardware/Software/Systems and Test Systems Engineering).
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.
The base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 9/30/2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Job Description Summary
Responsible for designing , developing and testing Embedded Software (Firmware), platforms and systems that control and runs on devices that need to be tailored to the needs of the hardware that it has to control and run on (i.e. directly controls the real time functions of a physical device such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, fans, and other devices and products). Typically requires a deep understanding of the characteristics of the physical device being controlled, the realtime functions it is expected to perform and the ability to design, develop, implement, and test the logic and software required to realize the realtime functionality. Usually tailored for products and services across various P&Ls. Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI on at least a hybrid basis (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in office) : An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities:
Architect and develop modules, components, features, or entire embedded software products. This includes areas such as networks, operating systems, cybersecurity, databases, or applications.
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, tools, and processes to enhance project outcomes.
Drive productivity improvements by identifying and implementing best practices across multi-disciplined teams.
Develop and use Trade-Studies to help guide choices in emerging technology that will provide the best outcomes.
Analyze and resolve complex problems with a proven track record of achieving cost/schedule targets. Propose solutions outside of set parameters with guidance, utilizing technical skills and analytic thinking.
Mentor technical teams throughout the software development life cycle including all DO-178C activities.
Serve as an individual contributor with exceptional people skills, capable of developing talent. Provide guidance to new team members.
Work in an agile/scum environment as a technical resource.
Technical Skills:
Experience with embedded software development tools and environments (e.g., debuggers, emulators, compilers).
Knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems.
Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553).
Mastery of software development lifecycle and methodologies (e.g., Agile, V-Model).
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, Ada, and scripting languages.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in development of embedded software.
5+ years of experience working on DO-178C Software Level A-C programs.
Proficiency with the CAMEO Enterprise Architect Tool.
Proficiency with Model Based Design (MBD) for software architecture, requirements, design, and Test of real-time systems.
The location for this position is Grand Rapids, MI. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.
Eligibility Requirement (s):
This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with ARINC 653 compliant operating systems.
Familiarity with MISRA C coding standards.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to influence product leadership and technology strategy.
Familiarity with computing platforms, network products, real-time operating systems, and multi-core processor architectures.
Demonstrated ability to meet cost/schedule targets and effectively interface with multiple disciplines (Hardware/Software/Systems and Test Systems Engineering).
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.
The base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 9/30/2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
#LI-KS1
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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Who's Hiring
- Blue Origin59
- Northrop Grumman16
- Collins Aerospace15
- Honeywell Aerospace14
- Amazon10
Top Industries Hiring
- Aerospace & Defense17
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Chemicals & Materials4
- Manufacturing3
- Technology & Software3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in avionics engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience with avionics systems development under DO-178C or DO-254 standards
- Proficiency in ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, or other avionics data bus protocols
- Active or eligibility for Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- Hands-on experience with avionics bench testing, integration, and verification
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as MATLAB or Simulink
Tips for Your Avionics Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to system types
Call out the specific avionics systems you've worked on, whether that's flight management systems, ARINC 429 data buses, or TCAS. Recruiters and hiring managers scan for exact system names, not general phrases like 'avionics experience.'
List your active certifications prominently
DO-178C software levels, DO-254 hardware assurance, and FAA Airman certificates carry real weight. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're visible before a hiring manager reads your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists avionics engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by contract type and clearance
Many avionics roles require an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, and some are contract-to-hire rather than direct. Sorting by these filters upfront saves you from advancing in a process that doesn't fit your situation.
Prepare a systems integration scenario for interviews
Avionics interviews frequently include a technical scenario where you walk through how you'd integrate a new LRU into an existing architecture. Practice explaining your verification approach, interface control decisions, and how you'd handle a requirements conflict.
Negotiate against the clearance cost, not just market rate
Employers sponsoring or maintaining your clearance factor that cost into compensation budgets. If you hold an active clearance, that's a concrete asset in salary discussions, not just a checkbox. Bring it up directly when the offer comes.
Avionics Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most avionics engineers?
Blue Origin, Northrop Grumman, and Collins Aerospace are hiring the most avionics engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Washington, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Defense primes and commercial aircraft OEMs tend to post the highest volume of roles.
How many avionics engineer jobs are remote?
About 33% of avionics engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on lab and hardware integration work central to most roles. Sub-areas like avionics software verification, simulation modeling, and requirements analysis are the most likely to allow remote arrangements.
How do you become an avionics engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. From there, build hands-on experience with avionics hardware and software through internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles focused on systems integration or testing. Familiarity with aviation standards like DO-178C and DO-254 is often expected early in your career, so pursue training or coursework in those areas as soon as possible.
How do you get hired as an avionics engineer with little experience?
Target roles titled avionics test engineer or avionics integration technician, which are common entry points that build the hands-on system knowledge employers want at the next level. Highlight any senior design projects, lab coursework, or personal projects involving embedded systems, data buses, or RF hardware. Clearance eligibility is also a real differentiator at the entry level, since many junior candidates don't yet have it.
What does the avionics engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your background and clearance status, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering systems knowledge, data bus protocols, and relevant standards. Finalists usually complete an on-site or virtual technical panel with engineers from the team, which often includes a whiteboard or scenario-based problem around integration, fault isolation, or requirements verification. A hiring manager conversation is usually the final stage before an offer.
Where can I find and apply to avionics engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to avionics engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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