Senior Aerospace Software Engineer – Embedded/RTOS

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Software Engineer III to lead the design, development, and optimization of complex software systems for aerospace applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets stringent performance and quality standards.

The role sits within the IAS, ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, a leading prime in manned and unmanned aircraft systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in software development.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and testing of complex software components.
• Debug and troubleshoot advanced software issues.
• Write and maintain detailed code documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews.
• Collaborate to ensure code quality and standards.
• Assist integration of software with hardware systems.
• Define software requirements with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement of performance and quality.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

RTOS

Embedded systems

CI/CD tools

Static analysis tools

Code review tools

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Software Engineer III to lead the design, development, and optimization of complex software systems for aerospace applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets stringent performance and quality standards.

The role sits within the IAS, ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, a leading prime in manned and unmanned aircraft systems.