Software Intern - Advanced Controls & Accessories

As an Advanced Control Systems & Accessories Engineering Intern you will contribute to the development and documentation of control software for the next generation of aviation products. One of your main activities will be to support a Technology Maturation project doing Research & Development activities. You will coordinate with different stake holders to ensure correct execution and on time delivery.
We are looking for motivated individuals seeking a challenging career in developing skills within the Software area focusing on C/C ++ programming, data documentation, and software testing. The candidate should demonstrate good academic performance, and a genuine interest and passion for learning and applying knowledge in challenging projects with real business impact.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work within the guidelines of applicable GE Policies and Procedures, Engineering Standards for Technology Maturation
• Execute, with some guidance, R&D activities supporting the simulation model integration into Key Technology
• On-site support for test facility activities (e.g. lab equipment set-up)
• Collaborate with the Advanced Technologies team and ensure on time delivery on project deliverables
• Follow up on established plans for task execution to meet project milestones
• Close collaboration with engineering organizations (local and global) towards a clear vision and short/long term priorities alignment
• Maintain resource flexibility to adapt to a dynamic environment
• Document technical data generated to substantiate the assigned components, and systems consistent with engineering policies and procedures
• Report-out to leadership team in a timely manner to identify roadblocks, necessities, and/or needed resources
• Participate as a presenter in technical forums. Demonstrating solid preparation, effective communication and open for feedback.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Student of bachelor’s or master’s Degree in Science, Engineering or equivalent
• Excellent programming skills in ANSI C/C++. Python or similar scripting programming experience is a plus
• Skills or the ability to document, plan, execute, close, and manage tasks
• Excellent presentation skills
• Able to maintain a normal day-to-day fluid conversation in English
• Familiar with interpretation of software architectures such as UML or P-diagrams
• Familiar with embedded systems development kits programming (e.g. raspberry Pi, NI DAQ)
• Familiar with development kits I/O interaction via actuators and/or sensors (e.g. push buttons, resistive sensors, LCD Screens, keyboards)
• Familiar with software programming development standards (e.g. MISRA-C)
• Familiar with software Operating Systems (e.g. Linux, RTOS)
• Familiar with CAD Software Programming such as SCADE, Matlab/Simulink