Advanced Lead Engineer – System Certification(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

At GE Aerospace, we’re inventing the future of flight — lifting people up and bringing them home safely. As a global leader in aerospace technology, we’re proud to operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, research, and development drive everything we do.

Our Systems Engineering teams are made up of experienced, diverse professionals who ensure our products meet the highest safety, certification, and quality standards throughout their lifecycle.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead System Certification Engineer to oversee certification planning and regulatory compliance activities for assigned aviation systems projects and products. This role involves working closely with internal teams and external regulatory bodies to ensure full certification readiness and compliance with international standards.

You’ll be supported by a network of experienced engineers and will benefit from extensive on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to develop deep expertise within this specialist field.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of product certification strategies and define certification bases.

Manage compliance planning and identify appropriate means of compliance.

Contribute to the creation of integrated project and certification plans.

Review project and product development artefacts for regulatory alignment.

Conduct pre-assessment certification audits for internal projects and external suppliers.

Audit product artefacts and verification activities to ensure compliance with certification requirements.

Support customer and regulatory authority audits, including preparation and follow-up actions.

Collaborate with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to resolve audit findings and observations.

Participate in industry working groups and represent GE Aerospace in regulatory discussions.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

Hands-on experience with airborne systems design, development, or certification within an ARP4754A/B environment.

Understanding of regulatory compliance processes related to system certification.

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent professional experience.

Desirable:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Effective leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Collaborative and proactive working style.

Flexible Working

We support and encourage flexible working arrangements wherever possible and recognise the importance of maintaining a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward Package

At GE Aerospace, we understand that rewarding our people goes beyond salary. Our FlexChoice benefits plan gives you the freedom to tailor your rewards to suit your lifestyle and personal needs.

Core Benefits Include:

Performance-based annual bonus

Company-wide bonus scheme

Non-contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

26 days’ annual holiday (with the option to buy or sell additional days)

A range of interchangeable and flexible benefits

Security Clearance

This role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, which must be obtained and maintained.
If clearance cannot be achieved, employment may be withdrawn for national security reasons.

Right to Work and Sponsorship

Applications from candidates requiring UK work visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered equally.
However, under current UK immigration rules, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates who do not require sponsorship if available.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance: Not provided

Join GE Aerospace and help define the future of flight — where your expertise, innovation, and commitment to excellence can make a global impact.