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Lead Software and Controls Engineer – GM Defense
General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Milford, Michigan, United States of America
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What General Motors Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles171 certified filings for “Senior Software Engineer” (Software Developers) in MI: $140k–$163k, median $150k. Most were filed at wage level IV (74%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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The US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description The Role GM Defense is moving fast to deliver advanced mobility solutions for government markets. We are seeking a highly capable Lead Software & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and implement custom embedded control algorithms, and drive architectural software decisions. This position will support both vehicle and non-vehicle applications across our unique portfolio. Reporting to the EGM of Electrical Systems, Controls, and Software (ESCS) team, you will be hands-on in writing code and integrating requirements specific to GM Defense platforms while providing technical leadership. This is a fast-paced role where you will operate with a high level of independent judgment to immediately impact compressed-timeline programs—such as developing in-house controls solutions (like custom Vehicle Interface Modules) and optimizing system performance across complex electrical architectures. What You'll Do • Serve as the technical expert and lead for the design, development, and implementation of embedded control systems for our unique customer base. • Mentor and guide engineering team members, driving best practices in software architecture. • Resolve highly sophisticated technical issues in an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up-style environment. • Operate with high independence and judgment to drive immediate results on critical programs. • Collaborate cross-functionally to implement custom solutions while balancing GM best practices with strict government specifications. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design and test of complex controls using C hand code, MATLAB, & Simulink tools for both vehicle and non-vehicle applications. • Work collaboratively with systems integration engineers to implement control algorithms for propulsion, chassis, and other complex systems into existing or new supervisory controls. • Describe, report on, and defend algorithm design choices and function to technical leadership. • Drive the calibration of controls to optimize overall system performance. • Collaborate with embedded controls teams from the greater GM organizations to implement requirements that are unique to GM Defense customers. • Work with technical leads to develop and baseline requirements for embedded controls and software. • Lead software verification and feature validation initiatives. • Work to achieve compliance and balance between GM Best Practices and government specifications. • Lead electrical design/peer reviews and present updates to cross-functional program integration teams and leadership as needed. • Stay abreast of the latest simulation and controls methods, integrating new technologies into team workflows. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering. • Extensive embedded controls experience (algorithm, software or calibration). • 5+ years’ experience in C programming, Matlab, and Simulink algorithm development. • Experience with Agile CI/CD workflows and managing automated build environments. • Experience with development and test tools such as INCA and Vehicle Spy (VSpy), as well as software build tools (Git/Jenkins). • Deep familiarity with data logging tools and file formats. • Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle. • Candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee). What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline. • Familiarity with GM’s VIP electrical architecture. • GM Level 2 Driving Certification. • Vehicle development and vehicle build experience. • GM DFSS Black Belt Certification, or in process. • Defense engineering experience #