Software Engineer III (C++ Engineer)

Cessna Aircraft Company; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development & Training Opportunities

Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Cessna Aircraft Company in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking a Software Engineer III (C++ Engineer) to design, implement, and test software components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both Linux and Windows environments and possess substantial experience in C++ and software engineering.

This role involves collaborating across teams to integrate AI technologies, develop user-friendly interfaces, and lead mentorship within a dynamic environment. Benefits include career development opportunities, wellness programs, and comprehensive medical packages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in software engineering.
• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience in modern software engineering practices like CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop user-friendly graphical user interfaces.
• Integrate AI technology into product capabilities.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

C++ proficiency

Object-oriented design

Multi-threaded application development

Experience with both Linux and Windows

Networking fundamentals

Knowledge of Azure DevOps, Jira, Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Git

Docker

Job description

Software Engineer III (C++ Engineer)

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Our products span aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

We are looking for a Software Engineer with strong C++ experience and a solid background working in both Linux and Windows environments. This role involves contributing to the design, implementation, testing, and integration of software components and application‑level systems.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the design and development of user-friendly and highly intuitive graphical user interfaces for complex systems.


• Integrate AI technology into product capabilities.


• Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams in highly dynamic environments to ensure seamless integration and performance on various types of systems.


• Debug and troubleshoot applications and services deployed to tactical vehicles, desktops, and cloud platforms.


• Work with program managers, customer support, senior engineers, and stakeholders to define, review, and execute system requirements, architecture, and technical roadmaps aligned with business goals and customer needs.


• Contribute to technical sections of proposals or presentations to support Sales teams.


• Support project planning and monitor cost, schedule, and technical performance.


• Mentor and collaborate with small software development teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus 5+ years of relevant experience.


• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.


• Comprehensive expertise in object-oriented design principles and extensive experience with modern software engineering practices, including continuous integration, test‑driven development, and scalable design.


• Strong proficiency in C++ (C++ 11/14/17 or later) and multi‑threaded application development.


• Experience developing software for both Linux and Windows platforms and a basic understanding of networking and network security fundamentals.


• Hands‑on experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, Git, and related development tools.


• Basic understanding of software deployment strategies including application packaging, containerization (Docker), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment strategies.


• Ability to lead and mentor software engineering teams, with strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.


• Educational background or work experience in machine learning, image analysis, full motion video analysis, or GIS is a strong plus.


• Track record of owning and delivering complex projects on time, meeting requirements in a high‑stakes environment.

Benefits

• Career Development & Training Opportunities


• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)


• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding


• Paid Parental Leave

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.