Senior Avionics Software Developer for Air Traffic Products

Prestwick Aerosystems; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus India Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Avionics Software Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain onboard software for air traffic management products. You will work on RTOS-based embedded systems, lead critical modules, and ensure safety-critical standards are met across the software lifecycle.

The role requires 10+ years in embedded avionics, with C/C++/ADA expertise, DO-178B/C experience, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience in embedded software development for avionics or safety-critical systems.
• Proven expertise in C, C++, or ADA with RTOS and safety-critical design practices.
• Experience with DO-178B/C standards and avionics communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex avionics software modules for air traffic management products.
• Contribute to full SDLC from requirements to testing and deployment.
• Apply RTOS and embedded software expertise for safety-critical applications.
• Perform rigorous unit and integration testing to ensure DO-178C compliance.
• Mentor junior developers and collaborate with systems/hardware teams.

Skills

C

C++

ADA

RTOS

Avionics Protocols

DO-178B/C

Git

Jira

Systems Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Embedded/Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

Jira

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

Job Description

Senior Avionics Software Developer for onboard Air Traffic Management Products: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Avionics Software Developer to join our team at Airbus India Private Limited. This role focuses on defining, developing, testing, and maintaining critical software for air traffic management products, ensuring the highest levels of safety and performance for future aviation systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex software modules for avionics systems, specifically within air traffic product domains.
• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and architectural design to coding, testing, and deployment.
• Apply expertise in real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development for safety-critical applications.
• Perform rigorous unit and integration testing to ensure software quality and adherence to industry standards (e.g., DO-178C).
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and quality assurance.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and problem-solving sessions to maintain high code quality and foster continuous improvement.
• Document software designs, specifications, and test plans thoroughly.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in avionics and air traffic management.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the growth of the team's technical capabilities.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a significant focus on avionics or safety-critical systems.

Must have Skills

• Embedded software requirements engineering and architecture (static and dynamic).
• Design and development experience (algorithms, interfaces, schedulers, abstraction, and modularization).
• Proven expertise in programming languages such as C, C++, or ADA.
• Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) principles and application.
• In-depth knowledge of avionics communication protocols (e.g., A653, AFDX, CAN, Ethernet, etc).
• Experience with software development processes compliant with DO-178 B/C standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Git) and change management systems (e.g., Jira).

Good to have Skills

• System knowledge of ATSU, SATCOM, Datalink, FMS, CMU, or similar systems.
• Model development experience using Matlab, Simulink, or SCADE.
• Familiarity with air traffic management concepts, systems, and regulations is highly desirable.
• Strong Project management skills to drive large teams/workloads.

Key Skills

• C
• Embedded Software
• RTOS
• Embedded Programming
• Software Configuration Management
• Software Development
• Design Development
• Unit Testing
• Project Management
• System Engineering

Company: Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Software Engineering

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