Summary
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A technically demanding embedded software role focused on independently designing, developing, testing, and maintaining real-time software for flight-critical systems. You will work across aircraft control, propulsion, power, communications, and other complex subsystems while following rigorous engineering processes and standards. The position suits an engineer who enjoys ownership, technical problem-solving, and safety-critical development.
Highlights
Work on advanced flight-critical embedded systems spanning aircraft control, propulsion, power electronics, communications, and other avionics subsystems. The role offers substantial technical ownership and the opportunity to develop safety-critical real-time software.
Description
Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
(GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
This position within Avionics Software is responsible for independently developing real-time embedded software for Remotely Piloted Aircraft.
Avionics software applications include distributed real-time fault-tolerant control architectures, electro-mechanical control systems, engine and propulsion system management, power electronics, control networks, datalinks, and other aircraft subsystems and related support equipment.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
Independently design, develop, test, and maintain software for flight-critical real-time embedded systems in accordance with appropriate development processes and standardsIndependently track status, risks, and issues for assigned tasksIndependently communicate with subject matter experts, cross-functional teams, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycleMaintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive informationPerform other duties as assigned
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or a related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree.
May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.Must have a complete understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate complete understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts.Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.Proficiency with C/C++ is required.
Python is desired.
Embedded systems concepts; preemption, multitasking, bare-metal and real-time operating system architectures, compilers, computer processor architectures and memory managementReal-time systems, fault-tolerant systems, control systems, motor control, power electronicsReading and understanding electrical schematics and datasheetsEmbedded communications: SPI, I2C, USART, CANbus, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553Ethernet networks and protocolsAudio and video processing and communicationsDevelopment tools and electronic test equipment including in-circuit debuggers/emulators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, and signal generatorsSoftware configuration management tools, such as subversion or git, as well as defect tracking tools, and peer reviewRequirements-based software verification at the unit, integration, and system levelAutomated software testing tools and continuous integrationFormal software development and test processes; RTCA DO-178C and related standardsAbility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.
Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 98,100 - 171,398
