Principal Software Engineer (UAV Embedded)

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Unmanned Systems is seeking a Principal Software Engineer V (UAV Embedded) to architect and implement mission-critical software for UAV flight computers. You will bridge flight algorithms with custom avionics hardware, delivering high-performance C++ applications for deterministic control and critical reliability.

You will collaborate with electrical and GNC engineers to design complex physical-digital interactions using MATLAB/Simulink, and you will mentor mid-level engineers while

Qualifications

• 15 years of C/C++ programming experience.
• 3+ years aerospace/aviation/UAV software engineering experience.
• BS degree in CS/CE or related technical discipline, or 18 years of equivalent experience.
• Understanding of Object-Oriented programming principles and RTOS.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. Citizenship).
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, VxWorks, LabView is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware, sensor, and actuator integrations.
• Analyzes and decomposes system requirements collaboratively with other engineering disciplines.
• Writes software requirements specifications, software test descriptions, design descriptions, and test reports.
• Designs, implements, tests, and documents software according to KUAS specifications.
• Mentors mid-level Software Engineers.
• Hybrid, work from office Tue/Wed/Thu in Arlington, TX.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Object-oriented programming

RTOS concepts

Education

BS in CS/CE or related technical discipline

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

VxWorks

LabView

Job description

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Principal Software Engineer V (UAV Embedded), you will architect and implement mission-critical software for our next-generation UAV flight computers. You will be the primary link between complex flight algorithms and custom avionics hardware, developing high-performance C++ applications that ensure deterministic control and absolute system reliability. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you will collaborate with electrical and GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) engineers to design and implement complex physical-digital interactions with MATLAB/Simulink.

WHAT YOUiLL DO

• Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware, sensor, and actuator integrations.
• Analyzes and decomposes system requirements collaboratively with other engineering disciplines.
• Writes software requirements specifications, software test descriptions, design descriptions, and test reports
• Designs, implements, tests, and documents software according to KUAS specifications
• Mentors mid-level Software Engineers
• Hybrid, work from office T/W/Th in Arlington, TX

Keyword: Principal Software Engineer

Required Experience:

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A qualified candidate should have the expected year of service based on the JD. However, we can factor in entry level V qualified candidates in the compensation range.
• Requires BS degree in Computing Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline, 18 YOE in lieu of BS degree.
• 15 years of C or C++ programming experience
• 3+ years aerospace/aviation/UAV software engineering experience
• Demonstrated understanding of Object-Oriented programming principles and RTOS systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of software development life-cycle and clearly document software requirements.
• Hands on ability to troubleshoot hardware-in-the-loop simulation modelling and make firmware updates
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

iPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Skills with tools such as Atlassian, MATLAB/Simulink, VxWorks, LabView
• Skills implementing interface controls based on MBSE design documentation
• Previous familiarity with OMS/UCI, A-GRA, STANAG 4586, DO-178C, AS9100, DoDI 8500.01

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
• May work extended hours or weekends.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 5-10% May be required between other KUAS locations.

From: Kratos Defense