Software Engineer

Wencor Group; Highland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO Aerospace in Highland Heights, Ohio seeks a Software Engineer to participate in the full hardware, firmware and software development life cycle. You will design software/firmware for real-time system control, work with schematics and PCB layouts, and integrate test equipment with existing firmware and software.

Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering or related field, and experience with embedded C/C++, C#, VB in .NET; knowledge of protocols and GUI design is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Requires BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in software development with embedded C and C++, Assembler, C# and VB in .NET environment is highly desired.
• Experience with code architecture, algorithms and GUI design is highly desired.
• Experience with various communication protocols and embedded hardware is highly desired.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, self-motivated, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Review product documentation and participate in product design; formulate test equipment requirements.
• Develop test equipment concepts and implement them.
• Design software/firmware for real-time control across hardware lifecycle.
• Understand schematics, PCB layouts and hardware components.
• Integrate test equipment with firmware and software developed by the team.
• Troubleshoot problems and provide analytical basis for resolutions.
• Provide test equipment and product support to production.
• Develop and present technical briefings to management.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across disciplines.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Assembler

C#

VB.Net

GUI design

Communication protocols

Embedded microprocessors

Ethernet ARINC-429

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

US Citizenship or Permanent Residence

Job description

HEICO Aerospace is a very successful, fast-paced subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, a NYSE-traded company (NYSE: HEI, HEI.A). For more than 65 years, HEICO has thrived by serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, and electronics industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO Aerospace’s high-energy culture focuses our Team Members’ on providing high quality products and services to our customer base, which is made up of most of the world’s airlines. Our “work hard, play hard” approach creates a dynamic environment that challenges our team members to perform their best. Forbes Magazine has ranked HEICO as one of the 200 “Best Small Companies” and 200 “Hot Shot Stocks”.

Inertial Aerospace Services (IAS), a subsidiary of HEICO Aerospace, is currently recruiting for a Software Engineer at our facility in Highland Heights, Ohio.

Requirements

ROLE

The Software Engineer will participate in the full hardware, firmware and software development life cycle from initial design to release management. As a part of the project engineering team, you will design the software and firmware code for the real time system control using sound engineering principles and best engineering practices. The Software Engineer must have ability to develop optimal software architecture and appropriate algorithms for new and existing hardware designs. Duties also include documentation and maintenance of software along with troubleshooting and upgrades to existing products. Experience with various programming languages may be required along with experience in graphical user interface design.

PRIME RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review available product documentation, participation in product design and formulate test equipment requirements necessary to comprehensively verify product operation.
• Develop test equipment concepts that can be effectively implemented.
• Participation in analog and digital systems design from conception through production that implements preset requirements.
• Ability to understand schematics, PCB layout and hardware component selection.
• Ability to integrate commercial test equipment (DMM, Oscilloscope, Programmable PS, etc.) and third-party hardware with firmware and software developed by software engineering team.
• Troubleshoot problems/issues associated with test sets/products and provides analytical basis for problem resolution or replacement.
• Provide both test equipment and product support for production team.
• Develop and present technical briefings to management.
• Must work well with others and be flexible in handling multiple tasks.

EDUCATION / PRIOR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Requires BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence required.
• Experience in software development with embedded C and C++, Assembler, C# and VB in .NET environment, as well as the ability to learn new languages and technologies is highly desired.
• Experience with code architecture and algorithm design is highly desired.
• Experience in graphical user interface design is highly desired.
• Experience with various communication protocols is highly desired.
• The ability to be self-motivated with the skills to work both independently and with team members .
• Digital circuit design, including embedded microprocessors, is highly desired.
• Experience with high-speed serial, Ethernet and ARINC-429 communication is highly desired .
• Must have the ability to document requirements and specifications.
• Exposure to good software engineering practices and product testing.
• Working knowledge of C/C++ for embedded applications, C# and VB.Net .
• Web development experience is not required.

This is a great position for someone who loves challenges, a chance to learn an exciting business, and looking for an opportunity to advance in a successful company. HEICO Corporation offers competitive compensation, an excellent 401K plan, and medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.