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Lead Technologist - Computer Graphics (Advanced Tech Organisation)

Employer
GE Aviation
Location
Cheltenham
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
5 Jul 2021

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Clearance Level
SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Aerospace
Job Type
Permanent
Job Description Summary GE Aviation Systems is recruiting for a lead software engineer with technical expertise in computer graphics. The role is focussed on providing technical solutions for the display of graphical information within safety-critical Cockpit Display Systems (CDS) and would suit a candidate with a background in gaming graphics, gaming development platforms, automotive Human-Machine Interface (HMI) graphics, 3D graphics design systems, or with relevant aviation experience. The successful candidate will have full control of the technical direction of this activity, working within a larger team to deliver CDS solutions for next-generation aircraft of all types.

This is an opportunity to apply your detailed graphics knowledge to a domain with unique challenges and customer needs, bringing cutting-edge graphics technology to help build safe, innovative, information-rich flight decks for the future.

This role reports to the Technology Manager within the company's Advanced Technology Organisation (ATO), which forms part of the Cheltenham Aviation Systems Engineering organisation.

Job Description Essential Responsibilities
  • Own and develop the graphics solution for the GE Flight Deck Graphics Platform (working from an existing code base)
  • Develop graphics algorithms, techniques and processes that deliver high-performance (low latency, high frame rate) within the constraints of a safety-critical embedded system
  • Develop test frameworks and processes that verify the software performance
  • Work with hardware colleagues to identify GPU/SoC requirements and to select suitable components
  • Stay current with graphics technology and define the roadmap for continuous improvement of the graphics solution, including terrain and elevation data management and rendering
  • Contribute to customer demonstrations
  • Gain detailed knowledge and hands-on experience of industry standards including OpenGL SC, Vulkan SC, ARINC661.

Required Qualifications
  • University or College Education in Computer Science or related discipline.
  • Proven track record developing best-in-class graphical solutions in a relevant industry.
  • Experience working as a software developer, with the majority in graphics-related development.

Essential Skills
  • Excellent mathematics ability and extensive knowledge of 2D/3D graphics principles and rendering algorithms
  • Working knowledge of modern GPU architectures and graphics related APIs specifically OpenGL, EGL and Vulkan. Familiarity with SC subsets is desirable Proven ability to design software to meet performance targets and ability to debug performance issues, including GPU-related
  • Excellent C, C++ skills, in both embedded and Windows (Win32API) environments. Familiarity of safe subsets is desirable
  • Experience of shader/kernel programming
  • Knowledge of Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG)
  • Knowledge of data structures and patterns, and their application
  • Experience working with large existing code base (100,000 lines of code)
  • Ability to develop algorithms and solutions from abstract concepts

Desired Characteristics
  • Experience of leading a small team or mentoring others
  • Good software documentation skills and use of Confluence (Wiki), WikiHow
  • Experience of Software Modelling (preferably Rhapsody)
  • Experience of Software Version Control (preferably Git)
  • Continuous Integration/Test (preferably Jenkins)
  • Experience working with Agile tools e.g. Jira, RTC
  • Experience of developing software in an aviation environment is not a pre-requisite for this role but we would be interested to hear if you also have the following:
    • Experience of full software life cycle developing solutions for safety-critical systems within a certification framework (pref. DO-178C)
    • Familiarity with aerospace technical standards in general, ARINC661, ARINC653 in particular
    • Experience of developing and/or integrating graphical applications on certifiable Real-Time Operating Systems e.g. VxWorks, DEOS
    • Participation in relevant aviation software standardisation activities
    • Programming for multicore processors in a safety-related environment

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Non-contributory Pension          
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection            
  • Private medical cover    
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell


Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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