LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Avionics OFP Architect within ARINC 653

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in San Antonio is seeking a Lead Engineer specializing in Avionics OFP Architecture. You'll be responsible for architecting multi-partition systems, mentoring teams, and integrating software within embedded architectures. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in RTOS environments, strong skills in C/C++, and a degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 8+ years of experience designing embedded architecture in a multi-criticality environment.
• Experience with DO-178 processes and artifacts.
• Knowledge/experience with FACE interfaces preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design multi-partition, multi-DAL systems in an ARINC 653 environment.
• Mentor and develop complex embedded systems through full life cycle.
• Collaboratively work with teams to develop avionics grade LRUs.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded Architecture Design

RTOS Experience (Green Hills, DDC-I DEOS)

Debugging with Lab Equipment

Leadership in Development and Test Engineering

Integration of Software onto Hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Logic Analyzers

Power Supplies

Job description

LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Avionics OFP Architect within ARINC 653

The Tactical Aerospace Department provides world-class research, design, services, and support to the DOD market. We provide avionics and payload/mission equipment for airborne systems and solutions to legacy issues for the DoD industry, Allies, and U.S. Government.

Objectives of this Role:

• Architect and design multi-partition, multi-DAL systems within a ARINC 653 environment.
• Lead teams to develop complex microprocessor based avionics/mission/payload LRU's through the full development cycle (Requirements, design, integrate, V&V, qualification, flight test, etc).

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively work with teams to develop avionics grade LRUs for airborne and ground systems.
• These teams consist of core disciplines across Systems, Electrical, Software, Firmware, and Mechanical engineering.
• Mentor, guide, and develop complex embedded systems. Development includes the full life cycle from requirements and architectures through V&V and integration.
• Support Department management in specific marketing activities, writing proposals, and developing product/technology roadmaps.
• Interact directly with clients and company staff to establish requirements and architectures to meet client expectations.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree.
• 8+ years: Experience designing embedded architecture designs within a RTOS multi partition, multi criticality environment. Experience with RTOS (Green Hills or DDC-I DEOS) development environment as well as LDRA. Experience with C/C++.
• 2-5 years: Experience leading development and test engineering teams to meet program needs.
• Experience with integrating software onto hardware and debugging within a lab environment utilizing equipment such as logic analyzers, power supplies, etc.
• Experience with DO-178 processes and artifacts.
• Experience with BSP and driver development including communication buses (ethernet, PCIe, 1553, etc).
• Knowledge/experience with FACE interfaces preferred.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

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