Remote Aircraft Systems Software Developer

Placements24; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Remote work support including home-off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Systems Software Developer to join a remote-first engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and testing software for critical aircraft systems, with emphasis on safety, reliability, and performance.

You will collaborate with systems engineers and hardware specialists, apply C/C++ and RTOS in embedded contexts, ensure compliance with DO-178C, and contribute to code reviews, testing strategies, and process improvements from

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in embedded software development, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote team environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and maintain software modules for aircraft control, navigation, and monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and hardware specialists to define software requirements and architecture.
• Develop and implement software testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing.
• Ensure software compliance with rigorous aviation standards and safety certifications (e.g., DO-178C).
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues identified during development or in fielded systems.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Embedded software

Aerospace software standards

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Unit testing

DO-178C experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Aircraft Systems Software Developer to join their expanding, remote-first engineering team. This position, based remotely with a focus on supporting operations in George , involves designing, developing, and testing sophisticated software for critical aircraft systems. You will play a key role in enhancing the performance, safety, and functionality of our aircraft through advanced software solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive developer who thrives in a virtual environment, values autonomy, and is passionate about contributing to the future of aviation technology from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and maintain software modules for aircraft control, navigation, and monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and hardware specialists to define software requirements and architecture.
• Develop and implement software testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing.
• Ensure software compliance with rigorous aviation standards and safety certifications (e.g., DO-178C).
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues identified during development or in fielded systems.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in embedded software development, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Familiarity with aerospace software development standards and lifecycles.
• Experience with software testing tools and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote team environments.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work support, including home office stipends.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• Flexible working hours and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.