Lead Software Engineer, OEM Cockpit Integration

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin Aviation in Olathe, KS seeks a Software Engineer - OEM Airframe Lead to integrate Garmin products into aircraft cockpits. You will write software in C and Python, mentor engineers, and drive OEM collaboration to deliver compliant flight deck solutions.

The role combines hands-on software development with leadership responsibilities and direct engagement with aircraft OEM partners to tailor requirements and schedules.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS, EE, CE, or related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, C#, Java, or Python; willingness to learn assembly.
• Familiarity with software tools: CM, builds, debuggers, emulators and simulators.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement safety-critical airframe software in collaboration with OEMs.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead software efforts for derivative projects.
• Collaborate across program teams to meet flight deck integration timelines.
• Conduct root cause analysis, provide corrective actions, and code reviews.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Java

Python

Assembly

leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Configuration management

Build systems

Debuggers

Emulators

Simulators

Logic analyzers

Job description

Garmin Aviation in Olathe, KS seeks a Software Engineer - OEM Airframe Lead to integrate Garmin products into aircraft cockpits. You will write software in C and Python, mentor engineers, and drive OEM collaboration to deliver compliant flight deck solutions.

The role combines hands-on software development with leadership responsibilities and direct engagement with aircraft OEM partners to tailor requirements and schedules.