Junior Software Developer

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec is seeking a Junior Software Developer in Huntsville, AL. The successful candidate will develop and maintain software applications for aviation mission systems. Responsibilities include working with C/C++, Python, and Rust, and collaborating with various teams to ensure integrated solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a U.S. citizenship along with an active DoD Secret clearance. The position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of software development experience.
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages: C/C++, Python, or Rust.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software applications.
• Support development of simulation environments and hardware interfaces.
• Collaborate with systems engineering and cybersecurity teams.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related STEM discipline

Tools

Git

Linux

Windows

Job description

Junior Software Developer (Digital Backbone / TSN)

Location: Huntsville, AL

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain software applications, tools, and utilities supporting aviation mission systems integration and test activities.
• Support development of simulation environments, hardware interfaces, and data processing tools used within HWIL, SWIL, and SIL environments.
• Develop software in C/C++, Python, Rust, and other applicable languages.
• Assist with integration of systems utilizing MIL-STD-1553, ARINC429, Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) type of Data Distribution Systems and related avionics communication technologies.
• Support software troubleshooting, debugging, performance analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Participate in requirements analysis, software design reviews, code reviews, and test activities.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, networking, cybersecurity, and avionics integration teams.
• Create technical documentation, software artifacts, test procedures, and engineering reports.
• Support demonstrations, customer events, and system integration activities.

Required Qualifications

• 2-5 years of software development experience through professional work, internships, research, or academic projects.
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Rust.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle processes and version control tools (Git/GitLab).
• Familiarity with software debugging, testing, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Interest in aviation systems, mission systems integration, networking technologies, or modeling & simulation.
• Experience with Linux and Windows development environments.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during employment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related STEM discipline.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN), Digital Backbone (DBB), Data Distribution Service (DDS), or other real‑time networking technologies.
• Exposure to avionics systems including navigation, communications, flight control systems, or avionics data buses.
• Experience with Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HWIL), Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SWIL), or modeling & simulation environments.
• Knowledge of avionics standards such as DO‑178C, DO‑254, MIL‑STD‑1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 664 (AFDX), or TSN.
• Familiarity with MOSA, digital engineering, MBSE, or system integration activities.
• Experience developing scripts or automation tools.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.