Principal Software Engineer - Next-Gen Avionics

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Shape software architecture, guide best practices, and lead projects to deliver high-quality, reliable, and scalable display systems that add value to pilots.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams to ensure successful execution of software projects.
• Identify areas for process improvements within the software development lifecycle and advocate for best practices in software engineering.
• Evaluate and select new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance software development efficiency and effectiveness.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to establish and execute technical strategy for next-generation avionics solutions, aligning with business goals and customer requirements.
• Work with stakeholders to capture and manage software requirements, ensuring they are well-defined, complete, and traceable throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the integration and testing of software solutions, ensuring they meet performance and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• 12+ years of experience in embedded software design and development.
• Proven experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development.

Nice to Have

• Understanding various software development lifecycle.
• Significant relevant experience, particularly operating within an Agile framework.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python and/or Open GL.
• Experience in Display & Graphics or Avionics software.
• Experience with Avionics standards, including A661/A664 standard for aircraft cockpit displays and DO-178C certification compliance.
• Understanding of product strategy and the role of technology in delivering competitive advantage.
• Strong accountability with bias for action.
• Assertive drive to sound technical and robust solutions.
• Diverse and global teaming and collaboration.
• Effective communicator.
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Ability to find the correct balance between demand and capacity when establishing priorities for the organization.
• Ability to consistently make timely decisions in the face of technical complexity, balancing analysis with bias for action.
• Advanced analytical skills and software development skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Performance-driven salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance.
• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.