Engineer Controls/Software (Rotation)

Socket.dev; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams International, based in Pontiac, Michigan, is seeking recent graduates for its Controls/Software Rotational Engineering Program. You will spend time in engine control design/test, software design/test, and embedded hardware development, culminating in a regular engineering assignment.

The program emphasizes cross-disciplinary experience and hands-on certification work, with a focus on developing well-rounded engineers for aerospace applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Mechanical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering with a preferred GPA 3.0 or above.
• Coursework relevant to computer programming, controls design and/or electrical systems.
• U.S. Citizenship is required; ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance if needed.

Skills

C programming

Troubleshooting

Intern/Co-op experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Mechanical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering

Tools

NXP PowerPC

ARM

TI

Job description

Who We Are

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers. We currently have open Rotation Engineer positions in the Controls / Software area at our Pontiac, Michigan location.

The Opportunity

Recent college graduates that enter Williams International’s Controls / Software Rotational Engineering Program can expect to spend one year's time in each of two to three different engineering areas (depending upon previous coursework/experience). The rotation programs are coordinated with each individual engineer and typically include engine control design/test/certification, software design/test/certification, complex electronic hardware (embedded systems) design/test/certification, and engine/component development test support. At the end of the rotations, the engineer is placed into a regular engineering assignment. These assignments are coordinated with the rotation engineer and typically intended to meet both the corporation’s and the individual’s needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Mechanical, Aerospace or Systems Engineering, with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Coursework should be relevant to the fields of computer programming, controls design and/or electrical systems
• Previous exposure to software development using C, preferred
• Experience and knowledge of microcontrollers - NXP PowerPC, ARM or TI preferred
• Track record of finishing assignments without compromising quality
• Strong troubleshooting mindset - able to systematically diagnose software, hardware integration and test environment issues
• One to two summer intern or co-op experiences in an engineering environment, preferred
• U. S. Citizenship is required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U. S. Department of State

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

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