Software Engineer II – Embedded C++

Jobtailor; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and integrate avionics systems for fixed-wing aircraft and Urban Air Mobility platforms in a fast-paced team. The role emphasizes software validation, system design, and collaboration across lab and in-flight testing environments.

The candidate should have 2+ years in avionics software, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and familiarity with RTOS and DO-178 B/C standards to support certification readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, avionics, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in C, C++, Python, and PowerShell.
• Experience with real-time operating systems such as DEOS and ARINC 653.
• Experience with debuggers such as gdb and Visual Studio.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle concepts and best practices.
• Exposure to I/O protocols such as CAN and ARINC 429.
• Knowledge of avionics DO-178 B/C, DO-254, and ARP4754A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate avionics systems for fixed-wing aircraft and Urban Air Mobility platforms.
• Support IMA systems software integration activities.
• Assist with software validation and verification efforts.
• Contribute to KPI tracking and validation.
• Participate in requirements analysis and decomposition.
• Support model-based development and system design activities.
• Assist with integration testing and troubleshooting.
• Support laboratory and on-aircraft testing across the full system lifecycle.
• Help ensure performance, reliability, and certification readiness of advanced avionics systems.

Skills

C/C++ Programming

Python Programming

Debugging

Software Development Lifecycle

Team Collaboration

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Gdb

Visual Studio

DEOS

ARINC 653

Job description

• Design, develop, and integrate next-generation avionics systems for fixed-wing aircraft and Urban Air Mobility platforms
• Support IMA systems software integration activities
• Assist with software validation and verification efforts
• Contribute to Key Program Indicators (KPI) tracking and validation
• Participate in requirements analysis and decomposition
• Support model-based development and system design activities
• Assist with integration testing and troubleshooting
• Support laboratory and on-aircraft testing across the full system lifecycle
• Help ensure performance, reliability, and certification readiness of advanced avionics systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, avionics, or a related technical field, including internships, co-ops, or academic projects
• Experience with programming languages C, C++, Python, and PowerShell
• Experience with real-time operating systems such as DEOS and ARINC 653
• Experience with debuggers such as gdb and Visual Studio
• Exposure to software development lifecycle concepts and best practices
• Exposure to I/O protocols such as CAN and ARINC 429
• Basic understanding of software integration, validation, and verification
• Exposure to data loading standards or avionics communication protocols is a plus
• Exposure to avionics systems, DO-178 B/C, DO-254, and ARP4754A
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills and ability to apply new concepts quickly
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, hold asylum or refugee status in the U.S., or have the ability to obtain export authorization
• Work visa sponsorship is not currently available for this job

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in software engineering for avionics systems, including proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python, as well as experience with real-time operating systems and software validation processes. Strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Software Engineering
• Avionics Systems
• C Programming
• Real-Time Operating Systems
• Software Validation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• C Programming
• C++ Programming
• Python Programming
• PowerShell Scripting
• Real-Time Operating Systems
• Debugging
• Software Development Lifecycle
• I/O Protocols
• Software Integration
• Data Loading Standards

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Effective Communication

Industry Keywords

• Avionics
• DO-178 B/C
• DO-254
• ARP4754A
• KPI Tracking

Tools & Technologies

• Gdb
• Visual Studio
• DEOS
• ARINC 653