Software Engineer 2 - OEM Airframe Lead

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin International is seeking a Software Engineer - OEM Airframe Lead for the Olathe, KS location. You will lead integration of Garmin products into cockpits, write software in C and Python, and coordinate requirements with customers and OEM partners.

Responsibilities include design, coding, reviews, troubleshooting, and mentoring peers, while ensuring deliverables align with customer schedules and aviation safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year relevant experience (or equivalent)
• Proficient in C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language or similar
• Familiar with software tools for development and debugging

Responsibilities

• Lead software design for new functionalities.
• Write and debug in C, C++, C#, Java, and Python.
• Mentor junior engineers and review code.
• Collaborate with OEM customers and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver high-quality, safety-critical airframe software.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Java

Python

assembly language

debugging

code reviews

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / CE / Software Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Math / Physics

Tools

Configuration management systems

Build processes

Emulators / Simulators

Logic analyzers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer - OEM Airframe Lead in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you'll be responsible for serving in a leadership capacity to integrate Garmin's products into the cockpits of industry-leading aircraft. You'll write software in C and Python, configure the flight deck to meet your customer's requirements, and integrate software for delivery to the customer. This role provides a customer-facing opportunity with aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in addition to software engineering responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
• Utilizes software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, build processes, and debuggers in the software development process
• May perform as a technical leader or Lead Software Engineer for derivative software project
• Collaborates and adds value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions
• Provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Performs technical root cause analysis and outlines corrective action for given problems
• Contributes to technical research on new technologies
• Estimates level of effort, evaluates new options of similar technology, offers suggestions to improve processes, and provides feedback on some electrical design aspects
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1)
• Software development for safety-critical airframe specific and airframe independent functionality
  Successfully managing OEM relationships, including: positive and proactive communication, understanding and advocating for requirements from customers, managing feedback, and ensuring expectations are appropriately calibrated with our OEM partners
• Developing and maintaining high quality deliverables for our OEMs in alignment with their engineering, flight test, and production schedules
• Familiarity and understanding of how Garmin Aviation's product offerings come together as an integrated flight deck
• Working cross functionally with Garmin's program coordination, systems, system tests, human factors and flight operations teams to ensure all aspects of a program are tended to

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software in C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits