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Software Engineer, Journeyman
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Develops software for aircraft autopilots and avionics systems, participates in ground and flight testing, and integrates hardware/software in a System Integration Lab.
About this role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
As our next Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation!
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineer, Journeyman, you will:
- Develop software for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics systems.
- Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
- Work with the latest, cutting edge technology
- Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
- Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company
- Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
A week in the life of a Software Engineer, Journeyman includes:
- Design, develop, document, test and debug software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics.
- Confer with systems engineers, aerospace engineers, electrical engineers, developers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
- Integrate hardware / software in our System Integration Lab (SIL)
- Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed autopilot and avionics systems.
- Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
- Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
- Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
- Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.
Qualifications
The qualifications needed for this position include:
- BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required, MS Computer Engineering Preferred
- Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
- Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
- Active DoD Secret security Clearance
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.EEO Statement
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