Sr. Software Engineer (Avionics)

Accord Technologies Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Technologies Inc in Seattle, WA seeks a Sr. Software Engineer (Avionics) to design, develop, and verify hardware/firmware per DO-254 and embedded software per DO-178, within a safety‑critical aerospace program.

The ideal candidate has 9+ years in avionics, deep experience with DAL A/B/C, and proven V&V in regulated environments. You will collaborate across systems, hardware, and software teams and contribute to certification activities and regulatory documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace / avionics industry.
• Hands-on experience in both DO-254 and DO-178 (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of embedded systems design.
• Experience with V&V processes in regulated environments.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and verify hardware/firmware as per DO-254 guidelines.
• Develop and maintain embedded software in compliance with DO-178 standards.
• Work on system architecture, requirements definition, and traceability.
• Support verification, validation, and certification activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, hardware, software).
• Prepare and review technical documentation for regulatory compliance.

Skills

DO-254

DO-178

Embedded systems

Avionics domain experience

V&V processes

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer (Avionics)

Location : Seattle, WA (Locals only)

Duration FTE / Contract.

Domain Aerospace

Key Requirements

• Strong experience in Avionics domain (9+ years preferred)
• Hands-on expertise in both:
  • DO-254 (Hardware/Firmware Development)
  • DO-178 (Software Development)
• Experience working with Design Assurance Levels (DAL A / B / C)
• Exposure to safety-critical systems and certification processes

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and verify hardware/firmware as per DO-254 guidelines
• Develop and maintain embedded software in compliance with DO-178 standards
• Work on system architecture, requirements definition, and traceability
• Support verification, validation, and certification activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, hardware, software)
• Prepare and review technical documentation for regulatory compliance

Required Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace / avionics industry
• Hands-on experience in both DO-254 and DO-178 (mandatory)
• Strong understanding of embedded systems design
• Experience with V&V processes in regulated environments
• Bachelor s/master s degree in electrical / computer engineering or related field