Senior Real-Time Embedded Firmware Engineer (DO-178B)

Katalyst CRO; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to design, code, test, and support real-time avionics software that meets demanding customer requirements.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in embedded development, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and DO-178B/DO-178C knowledge. Proven technical leadership, OO design expertise, and familiarity with ARINC 429/618, VDL Mode 2, TCP/IP, and aircrew human-machine interfaces are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong understanding of DO-178B/DO-178C standards.
• Working knowledge of C, C++, and Python.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• Knowledge of designing new software systems using object-oriented design principles.
• Demonstrated technical leadership capability with internal teams and external customers.
• Knowledge of air/ground messaging and data link protocols (ARINC 429, ARINC 618, VDL Mode 2, TCP/IP, ATN OSI).
• Knowledge of aircrew human-machine interface design.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and provide ongoing support for embedded systems software to meet technical and customer requirements.
• Design and code based on low-level software requirements.
• Build, test, and deliver real-time embedded software to target environments in support of program and customer commitments.
• Assist with system-level testing, coordinating with cross-functional areas to document problem reports and support resolutions.
• Participate in design and code reviews to identify and eliminate problems early in development.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Python

DO-178B/C

Air/ground protocols

Technical leadership

OO design

TCP/IP

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Katalyst CRO in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to design, code, test, and support real-time avionics software that meets demanding customer requirements.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in embedded development, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and DO-178B/DO-178C knowledge. Proven technical leadership, OO design expertise, and familiarity with ARINC 429/618, VDL Mode 2, TCP/IP, and aircrew human-machine interfaces are required.