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Defense & Space, IT Services, Government Administration, Cybersecurity

Software Engineer, Journeyman

MarylandOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$110,000–$130,000 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • C/C++
  • Qt
  • Real-Time Operating System
  • DO-178C
  • AS9100D
  • DoD Secret security Clearance

Nice to have

  • MS Computer Engineering

Role summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, an employee-owned federal government contractor, seeks a Software Engineer (Journeyman) to develop innovative, mission-critical software solutions for naval aviation and defense operations. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and debugging software for aircraft autopilots and avionics systems, working with cutting-edge technology in a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include integrating hardware/software in a System Integration Lab, participating in ground and flight testing, and developing software in a hard real-time environment using C/C++ and the Qt framework, adhering to DO-178C standards and AS9100D quality management system.

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As our next Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation!

Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, Journeyman, you will:

  • Develop software for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics systems.
  • Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
  • Work with the latest, cutting edge technology
  • Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
  • Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company
  • Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!

A week in the life of a Software Engineer, Journeyman includes:

  • Design, develop, document, test and debug software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics.
  • Confer with systems engineers, aerospace engineers, electrical engineers, developers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
  • Integrate hardware / software in our System Integration Lab (SIL)
  • Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed autopilot and avionics systems.
  • Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
  • Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
  • Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
  • Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.

Qualifications

The qualifications needed for this position include:

  • BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required, MS Computer Engineering Preferred
  • Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
  • Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
  • Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
  • Active DoD Secret security Clearance

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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