Principal Engineer – High Assurance Cyber Physical Systems – GE Aerospace Research

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**Job Description Summary**

**Job Description**

Essential Responsibilities: As a Principal Engineer of High Assurance Cyber-Physical Systems, you will:

+ Provide technical program management and knowledge of cyber-physical and operational security systems.
+ Work with GE Aerospace business units and government collaborators to develop and grow programs.
+ Work independently as well as with a team to develop and apply advanced technologies for high assurance cyber-physical systems for GE Aerospace products and services using advanced modeling, controls, optimization, estimation, and detection technologies
+ Interact with hardware, software, and firmware developers as well as systems architects to identify appropriate solutions for the most challenging applications

+ Lead medium- to large-sized projects or tasks
+ Be responsible for documenting technology and results through patent applications, technical reports, and publications

+ Expand your expertise staying current with advances in high assurance cyber-physical systems to seek out new ideas and applications

+ Collaborate in a team environment with colleagues across GE Aerospace and government agencies

+ Shape and lead proposal responses to the GE Aerospace businesses and government agencies (DARPA, NASA, AFRL, etc.)
+ Engage and work with Physical and Information Security organizations to identify and develop the appropriate secure infrastructure to address classified programs.

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and at least 15 years of industry experience; or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years; or a Ph.D. and at least 7 years
+ Proven experience developing and deploying high-assurance control and signal processing methods (e.g., model predictive control, system identification, advanced data analytics), including algorithm development and modeling/simulation for complex, multi-disciplinary systems
+ **U.S. citizenship required**
+ **Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance required**
+ Willing to travel at least 2 weeks per year
+ Must be willing to work out onsite in Niskayuna, NY.

Ideal Candidate Characteristics:

+ Expertise in modeling and analyzing cyber-physical and operational technology systems supporting defense and enterprise-critical infrastructure
+ Proven technical program management experience and deep knowledge of cyber-physical and operational security systems.

+ Active US Government TS/SCI Preferred Security Clearance
+ Demonstrated ability to translate innovative concepts into deployable products
+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
+ Experience leading diverse, cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives
+ Background in the aerospace and defense industry
+ Ability to perform under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Experience with Agile program management methodologies
+ Demonstrated aptitude for partnering with business development to grow programs and capture new opportunities

The base pay range for this position is 130,000 - 240,000 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.

This posting is expected to close on December 10, 2025

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.

Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) .

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).

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
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.

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