Lead Avionics Software Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote setup

Competitive salary

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Avionics Software Engineer to guide a remote team in designing, developing, testing, and certifying complex flight-critical software systems for aerospace applications.

You will oversee the full lifecycle, ensure DO-178C compliance, and collaborate with systems and hardware engineers to define robust software architectures. A strong leader with 10+ years in software and avionics is required.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years in software development, with at least 5 years in avionics software for safety‑critical systems.
• Proven experience leading software engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of RTOS, embedded systems, and C/C++.
• Strong understanding of DO-178C certification processes and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in avionics software design, development and implementation.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle from requirements analysis to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure software development adheres to rigorous safety standards such as DO-178C and aviation regulations.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware engineers and cert authorities to define software requirements and architecture.
• Drive innovation in software development methodologies, tools and technologies.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, test planning and ensure quality and reliability of delivered software.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Embedded systems

Leadership

Aerospace software

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in CS/Software Eng

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Lead Avionics Software Engineer to spearhead their software development efforts on a fully remote basis. You will guide a team of talented engineers in designing, developing, testing, and certifying complex flight-critical software systems. This role demands exceptional technical leadership, a deep understanding of software engineering best practices within the stringent aerospace domain, and the ability to foster a collaborative and innovative remote team environment. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering state-of-the‑art avionics software that ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of our aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in the design, development, and implementation of avionics software.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure software development adheres to rigorous safety standards, such as DO-178C, and other aviation regulations.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, hardware engineers, and certification authorities to define software requirements and architecture.
• Drive innovation in software development methodologies, tools, and technologies.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, test planning, and ensure the quality and reliability of all delivered software.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years focused on avionics software for safety‑critical systems.
• Proven experience in leading software engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of RTOS, embedded systems, and programming languages like C/C++.
• Strong understanding of DO-178C certification processes and requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills for remote team management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work setup, offering unparalleled flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Opportunities for significant professional growth and leadership development.
• Work with cutting‑edge avionics technology and contribute to safety‑critical systems.
• Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in aviation software engineering.