Avionics Display Software Manager (Safety-Critical)

astronautics

Oak Creek (WI)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Astronautics is seeking a Software Manager for the Display Applications team in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. You will lead the development of safety-critical avionics software for PFD/MFD systems and oversee the full lifecycle from architecture to certification.

This hybrid on-site role reports to the Senior Engineering Manager of Display Applications. You will mentor engineers, ensure DO-178C compliance, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery with cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or CS from an accredited institution.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Minimum eight years engineering experience; safety-critical/aviation preferred.
Minimum three years software leadership/management experience.
Understanding of Agile software development.
Knowledge of aircraft systems and integration.
Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time embedded systems.
Familiarity with DO-178C and safety-critical development.
Familiarity with Azure DevOps or Jira.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of avionics software engineers across the full lifecycle—from architecture to certification.
Ensure compliance with DO-178C and internal process objectives.
Develop and maintain project plans with project engineering managers.
Coordinate with systems, hardware, and process assurance teams.
Support customer reviews, program milestones, and certification activities.
Responsible for on-time, on-budget, correct completion of work packages.
Generate technical approaches and cost estimates for proposals.