Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer – Aerospace
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As part of the Embedded Systems Business Unit, TXT e-Tech is looking for an Avionics Software Engineer to support the software certification of encryption libraries and safety‑critical bootloaders for aerospace applications, in accordance with DO-178C requirements. The selected candidate will work alongside a team of experts to develop, verify and document software certification artefacts for embedded systems.
Main Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and verification of safety-critical embedded software for aerospace applications.
- Assist in the preparation of DO-178C certification documentation (software development plans, verification plans, traceability matrices).
- Develop and execute unit and integration tests for embedded software.
- Support requirement analysis and coverage assessment for software certification.
- Contribute to software verification through static and dynamic analysis.
- Review and assess the impact of existing certification artifacts for potential reuse.
Requirements
Essential Technical Skills
- Basic knowledge of software development for real‑time embedded systems.
- Familiarity with embedded software architectures and low‑level firmware.
- Knowledge of at least one structured programming language (C, C++ or Python preferred).
Optional Technical Skills
- Experience with static analysis tools, unit testing frameworks, or debugging on embedded platforms.
- Experience with low-level debugging of boards and processors (C to assembler).
- Familiarity with cryptography and security concepts in embedded systems.
- Experience with software versioning tools (e.g., Git).
- Familiarity with DO-178C software certification principles.
Soft Skills
- Strong problem‑solving and teamwork skills.
- Structured and detail‑oriented approach.
- Good written and spoken English for documentation and reporting.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Space Engineering, or other equivalent STEM disciplines.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and international environment with a team of industry experts.
- Continuous training and updates on key aerospace industry standards and technologies.
- Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
- Permanent contract.
The position is open to candidates regardless of gender, in accordance with Legislative Decree 198/2006. The company promotes equal opportunities and values diversity in all its forms.
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- Engineering and Information Technology
- IT Services and IT Consulting
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Cologno Monzese, Lombardy, Italy