Technical Lead Software Certification Engineer - Aviation

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Garmin Ltd. in the United States within the Kansas City area seeks a Technical Lead Software Certification Engineer - Aviation to direct and audit software certification activities for aviation products.

You will lead DO-178B/C compliance efforts, coordinate with software development teams, and interface with customers and certification authorities to ensure released articles meet all standards and processes. This senior role requires strong leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years of relevant experience or a Master's with 8+ years.
• Strong knowledge of RTCA DO-178B/C and related certification guidance.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits and approve software life cycle data for DO-178B/C compliance.
• Direct software certification activities for aviation products with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with development teams to drive quality assurance and process improvements.
• Interface with customers, FAA/EASA, and other authorities on certification matters.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Project oversight

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / MIS

Master of Science in related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Certification Engineer - Aviation at Garmin’s U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role you will act as a key contributor and/or Lead Certification Engineer in the area of software certification for aviation products. You will direct, audit, and independently approve that aviation article software is developed, documented, and released in a way that complies with all internal software development processes and aviation software standards (RTCA DO-178B/C). You will also be responsible for directing software project teams to find and document evidence of compliance, and to address deficiencies as required.

Essential Functions

• Conduct Aviation article level Software DO-178B/C process compliance audits
  • Approve software life cycle data for compliance to RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C, in support of product TSOAs or conformities
  • Serve as significant contributor in the software certificationofavionics, applying extensive technical expertise and analysis in all assigned projects
  • Provide technical input and leadership in software certification tasks of software quality assurance, documentation, and compliance findings
• Represent software certification group with internal and external customers, other quality groups and certification authorities(FAA, EASA, etc)
• Manage and prioritize DO-178B/C software quality assurance activities
• Lead analysis of article software issues and errors for root cause in the areas of source code analysis, requirements, testing or processes
• Lead software improvement efforts through collaboration with software development teams based on root cause analysis and facilitate communication of results to management
• Suggest, define and document new or improved processes for DO-178B/C software quality assurance
• Lead participation and presentations for internal/external quality or certification audits and respond to issues or findings
• Lead development and approval of new methods, processes and software certification approaches
• Lead collaboration and exhibit professionalism in a team environment with other Garmin associates to achieve software certification goals

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or another relevant field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience OR a Master of Science Degree in one of the fields noted above AND a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
• Outstanding academics (minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA as a general rule)
• Demonstrates advanced understanding of RTCA DO-178B/DO-187C processes and related certification guidance for software
• Demonstrates proven leadership skills, including experience and/or capability to effectively train and mentor others
• Relevant experience or training in software quality assurance processes and methodologies for aviation products
• Demonstrates proficient understanding of software concepts and interfaces for system integration
• Demonstrates proficient understanding of unit and system certification as they relate to software certification
• Driven and self motivated with a proven track record in successfully executing projects of any scale or complexity
• Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
• Able to effectively manage time without direction and makes good judgment on priorities and focus areas
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a cross-functional setting with business partners

Desirable Qualifications

• Software DER for RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C or equivalent role in TSO compliance finding for software

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits