Lead Engineer – Engineering Tools

GE Aerospace

Lead Engineer designing, developing, and testing C# and Python configuration tools for GE Aerospace. Guiding software engineering activities and mentoring junior engineers.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $149,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development with a focus on C# and Python, alongside strong problem-solving abilities and experience in mentoring junior engineers. Proficient in analyzing user needs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions.

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C# ProgrammingPython ProgrammingTechnical MentoringSoftware DevelopmentData Structures and Algorithms

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Hard Skills

C#PythonC++JavaSoftware DevelopmentData StructuresAlgorithmsConfiguration ToolsProblem-SolvingSoftware Engineering Principles

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipDrug ScreenInteroperabilityTechnical SolutionsProject Leadership

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, create, fix, and review software written in C# and Python
Provide technical mentoring for junior software engineers
Analyze user needs to design and code robust solutions
Work closely with systems engineers to ensure application development meets product specification requirements
Work closely with other engineering teams, partners, and vendors to ensure interoperability and reuse
Propose and develop new technical solutions to difficult problems
Support Project Leadership in defining task assignments
Provide guidance and support for software engineering activities including designing, developing, and testing Configuration Tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering
Minimum of 6 years of experience with software development
U.S. citizenship status required
Experience leading and/or mentoring a team
Strong oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles
Experience programming in C#, C++, Java, and/or Python
Problem-solving skills to discover root causes and fix issues
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Employees may be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission based on the plan
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Professional development
Relocation assistance