Real-Time ATC & Weather Software Engineer

SGS Consulting; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting seeks a Software Engineer to contribute to upgrades for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems Processor. You will develop real-time software, optimize algorithms, and work across sensors, forecasts, and decision-support tools.

Applicants should have a strong background in C/C++, Python, Linux environments, and real-time systems, with collaboration across FAA-related programs and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with real-time systems and aircraft/weather domains is a plus.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; strong debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems Processor upgrades.
• Work on real-time data processing, sensor fusion, and forecasting tools.
• Collaborate with FAA and cross-functional teams to deliver robust software.

Skills

Real-time programming

Multithreaded programming

Software design

Software testing

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Algorithms

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Git/GitHub

Jira

Linux development

DNS

TCP/IP

NTP

DHCP

SSH

FTP

Solaris platform

Job description

SGS Consulting seeks a Software Engineer to contribute to upgrades for Airport Surveillance Radar and Weather Systems Processor. You will develop real-time software, optimize algorithms, and work across sensors, forecasts, and decision-support tools.

Applicants should have a strong background in C/C++, Python, Linux environments, and real-time systems, with collaboration across FAA-related programs and teams.