Software Engineer - VL-60- Security Clearance Eligibility Required

AVT Simulation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading simulation company located in Orlando, FL is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain software applications. Candidates should have strong C/C++ experience, knowledge of integration in flight simulators, and be eligible for US Government security clearance. Responsibilities include modifying existing applications, defining requirements, and conducting software testing. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in computer science and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with unmanaged and object-oriented software languages required.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools.
• Experience in software design languages.

Responsibilities

• Make targeted modifications to existing software applications.
• Define work in both requirements and industry standards.
• Perform unit tests and adhere to coding standards.
• Conduct and document software testing based on customer requirements.
• Support extended work hours as needed.

Skills

Strong C/C++ experience

TCP and UDP experience

Understanding of ARINC 429, RS-232, CAN bus

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field

Tools

Windows

Linux

Atlassian JIRA

Atlassian Confluence

Atlassian Bitbucket

Visual Studio

Eclipse

Job description

Job Summary

Software engineers are responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and documentation of software applications. A software engineer will be able to apply industry best practices to a problem space to develop an optimal solution in new or existing code bases.

• This is an in-office position located in Orlando, FL.
• US Government security clearance may be required, and candidate must be eligible.
• Candidate will be required to comply with federally mandated U.S. export and control laws.
• Must be able to travel internationally.

Highly Desired Background

• Experience in integration of Garmin Avionics into flight simulators, preferably the Garmin G5000H suite.
• Experience with a variety of devices, including but not limited to Full Motion Training simulators, avionics, Electronic Control Loaders, Instructor Operator stations and Servers.
• AEA, A&P, AMTS, and other aviation maintenance tech schooling is a plus.
• Strong C/C++ experience required.
• TCP and UDP experience.
• Understanding of core serial communication protocols, including but not limited to ARINC 429, RS-232, and CAN bus.
• Two or more years of industry experience or two years of project experience with portfolio examples.

Responsibilities

• Make targeted modifications to existing software applications as well as develop new components and systems as requirements dictate.
• Define their work in both requirements and industry standard methods.
• Perform unit tests of their work and adhere to applicable coding standards.
• Leverage internal reuse and Free Open-Source Software (FOSS) to the extent allowed to minimize cost and maximize productivity.
• Maintain a schedule related to assigned task status and completion dates.
• Implementation and application of sound AVT Configuration Management (CM) processes and adherence to AVT software CM and development policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to cost and schedule targets established during the program design phase.
• Establish, conduct, and document software testing based on customer requirements.
• Work on the overall design and development of software products as well as software applications.
• Travel domestically and/or internationally, as required.
• Support extended work hours or modified work schedule, as needed, to meet special tasks.

Other Duties

Please note this job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Unmanaged software language experience required.
• Object-oriented software language experience required.
• Configuration management tools experience required.
• Experience with building to requirements and/or synthesizing requirements required.
• Experience in software design languages required.

Essential Mental Requirements

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills for documentation, intra-team, and interdisciplinary communication.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills, including linear algebra.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation.
• Ability to analyze problems using scientific and logical thinking.

Essential Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds.

Equipment/Software/Tools Used

• Windows
• Linux
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook)
• Atlassian JIRA
• Atlassian Confluence
• Atlassian Bitbucket
• JAMA
• Development Environments such as: Visual Studio, GNU make, Eclipse