Flight Software Engineer

General Atomics; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 73,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Missile Flight Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in Albuquerque. This role focuses on developing embedded software for advanced flight systems, contributing to critical defense programs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in C/C++ programming and embedded systems, along with a passion for innovation and collaboration. You'll work within a supportive DevOps culture, enabling you to engage in all aspects of software design, development, and testing. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on embedded systems.
• Experience with real-time operating systems and device driver development.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for real-time flight systems.
• Implement software testing methodologies and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

C/C++ Programming

Object-Oriented Programming

Embedded Software Development

Real-Time Operating Systems

Git

Digital Debugging Tools

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Greenhills INTEGRITY

Matlab

Python

Powershell

Google Test

Job description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting opportunity within our Flight Software Design Engineering group for a Missile Flight Software Engineer to provide on-site support to the Sandia National Labs (SNL) Navigation Guidance & Control (NGC) group responsible for the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program. This opportunity in Albuquerque, NM will focus on embedded software development activities enabling the integration of new capabilities, algorithms, and avionics devices. The established DevOps culture enables staff to contribute to all areas of software design, development, and test.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement the software development lifecycle process for the CPS program
• Develop embedded software for highly reliable real-time flight systems
• Write device drivers for real-time operating systems; enable integration of new avionics components
• Assist with software development associated with software test fixtures such as Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) test assets
• Support system-level hardware testing including participation on-console with Assembly, Integration, and Test teams
• Architect and implement software test methodologies
• Contribute to software architecture design and development
• Coordinate and collaborate with external program partners to meet program-level objectives and achievements
• Periodic travel may be required to support system-level integration testing and flight test activities. Trip durations can range from a few days to several weeks, depending on assigned roles and responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Active DoD or DoE clearance in required.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance. Active DoD Top Secret security clearance is preferred.
• Experience programming in C/C++ is required.
• Experience in object-oriented programming is required.
• Experience with Git required.
• The ability to occasionally travel is required.
• Experience in embedded software development is required.
• Experience developing for real-time operating systems is desired.
• Applications experience with real-time embedded software engineering at the hardware level, including I/O driver software, interrupt service routines, and networking protocols is desired.
• Familiarity with the Greenhills INTEGRITY Real-time Operating System is desired.
• Experience with Matlab, Python, Powershell or other scripting languages desired.
• Experience with MISRA or AUTOSAR coding standards is desired.
• Lab experience with use of common digital debugging tools (e.g. oscilloscopes, logic probes, and logic analyzers) is desired.
• Experience with software unit, integration, and functional testing is desired.
• Experience with Google Test is desired.
• Experience in the application of software engineering standards is desired.
• The ability to collaborate and contribute as a member of a multi-disciplinary team is desired.
• Proven strong written and verbal communication skills is desired.

Salary:$73,650 - $128,663