Software Engineer, Journeyman

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Software Engineer, Journeyman, to design and implement firmware and software for aircraft autopilots and avionics. You will collaborate with systems, electrical, and aerospace engineers and participate in ground and flight tests, contributing to cutting-edge defense programs.

The role requires hands-on development in C/C++ and Qt within a hard real-time environment, adherence to DO-178C, and compliance with AS9100D quality standards.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Engineering or Computer Science; MS preferred.
• 6+ years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
• 3+ years of related work experience in aircraft avionics.
• 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for aircraft autopilots and avionics systems.
• Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
• Integrate hardware/software in our System Integration Lab (SIL).
• Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
• Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
• Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
• Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.

Skills

C/C++

Qt framework

Education

BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science

MS Computer Engineering

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As our next Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation!

Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, Journeyman, you will:

• Develop software for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics systems.
• Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
• Work with the latest, cutting edge technology
• Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
• Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!

A week in the life of a Software Engineer, Journeyman includes:

• Design, develop, document, test and debug software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics.
• Confer with systems engineers, aerospace engineers, electrical engineers, developers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
• Integrate hardware / software in our System Integration Lab (SIL)
• Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed autopilot and avionics systems.
• Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
• Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
• Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
• Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.

Qualifications

The qualifications needed for this position include:

• BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required, MS Computer Engineering Preferred
• Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
• Active DoD Secret security Clearance

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status