Aerospace Flight Software Test Engineer Job at Arcfield (Greenwood Village)

Aew Flight Test Engineer

Airborne Electronic Warfare (AEW) Flight Test Engineer supporting the F/A-18 & E...

Location

United States , Ridgecrest

Salary:

84137.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

DCS Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with an engineering major (including those specified for Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineers are acceptable) with 5 or more years of experience
Hold and maintain a Secret security clearance. Must be clearable to the Top-Secret/SCI level
Integration, Software Engineering, Program Technical Services, Design, Fabrication and Integration Services, Aircraft Modification Services or Training Services as applicable
U.S. citizenship is required

Job Responsibility

Design Test Programs to assess the performance of various systems and system concepts
Produce detailed Test Plans in accordance with the NAVAIR 3960 format
Plan lab, ground and flight test scenarios to support a variety of subsystems, interfaces, communication systems, and data systems
Troubleshoot Department of Defense architecture framework and its application to mission level analysis
Develop requirements for test scenarios and associated documentation in flight cards
Review system level documentation and provide changes and recommendations
Develop test methods for evaluating performance and design test scenario(s) to yield valid and measurable quantitative test results
Assess safety hazards and mitigate risk in testing. Create Test Hazard Assessments
Determine resource and test support requirements, including manpower, money, material and facilities and coordinates support with schedule
Produce cost estimates for the project, monitor project expenditures and generate financial reports

Fulltime

Flight Software Engineer

Flight Software Engineer. LOCATION: Hybrid (Kirtland AFB, NM), Remote U.S. eligi...

Location

United States , Kirtland AFB

Salary:

Not provided

Astrion

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum 5+ years of professional software development experience
Experience developing embedded or flight software in C or C++
Experience with satellite bus or payload software development
Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems and interfaces (power, communications, command and data handling, ADCS, etc.)
Experience working with real-time operating systems
Experience with hardware/software integration or low-level driver development
Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or similar
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Ability to produce secure, maintainable, high-quality code

Job Responsibility

Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded flight software for small satellite bus systems
Execute tasking from the satellite Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) lead
Coordinate with other flight software engineers and subsystem teams
Implement best practices for code quality, maintainability, and cybersecurity
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including interface specifications and user guides
Participate in unit testing, code reviews, and system validation

What we offer

Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Professional development
Multiple healthcare benefits package options
401K with employer matching
Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Fulltime

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to join a G...

Location

United States , Lanham

Salary:

150000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Year

Piper Companies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in embedded software or mission‑critical system development (Master’s degree may offset years)
Proficiency in C/C++, RTOS (FreeRTOS), FPGA/SoC development, VHDL/Verilog, embedded debugging tools, and lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
Familiarity with STM32, scripting (Python/Ruby/Bash), CMake/Ninja, Linux development, serial communication protocols (SPI, CAN, RS‑232/485), and Git-based workflows
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job Responsibility

Design, develop, and test embedded flight software from concept through full spacecraft system integration
Maintain and update HDL (VHDL/Verilog) supporting mission and spacecraft functionality
Integrate microcontroller‑based applications (including STM32 and FreeRTOS) into spacecraft‑level control systems
Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams on architecture, payload operations, and phased‑array system enhancements
Act as a technical leader, owning schedules, requirements, documentation, and coordination with global teams

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision, RSUs, PTO (unlimited), Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays, Relocation assistance

Fulltime

Flight Software Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Flight Software Engineer to jo...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

105000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year

Hermeus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, or a related field
1+ years of experience in embedded flight software development
Professional experience programming in C/C++ and experience with embedded flight software development tools and methodologies

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain embedded flight software for our aircraft systems, including flight control, navigation, communication, and avionics systems
Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components
Write efficient, high-quality, and well-documented code that meets the performance and safety requirements of the aircraft
Develop software requirements and design documents
Participate in code and design reviews to ensure high-quality software
Test and debug software to ensure it meets design specifications and performance requirements
Work with systems engineers to develop and execute system-level tests and simulations
Participate in the development of safety-critical software and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the embedded flight software field and apply them to our aircraft systems
Develop and maintain technical documentation

What we offer

100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave

Fulltime

Senior Flight Software Engineer

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build...

Location

United States , Los Angeles; Atlanta

Salary:

159750.00 - 195250.00 USD / Year

Hermeus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in embedded flight software development
Professional experience programming in C/C++ and experience with embedded flight software development tools and methodologies

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain embedded flight software for our aircraft systems, including flight control, navigation, communication, and avionics systems
Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components
Write efficient, high-quality, and well-documented code that meets the performance and safety requirements of the aircraft
Develop software requirements and design documents
Participate in code and design reviews to ensure high-quality software
Test and debug software to ensure it meets design specifications and performance requirements
Work with systems engineers to develop and execute system-level tests and simulations
Participate in the development of safety-critical software and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in the embedded flight software field and apply them to our aircraft systems
Develop and maintain technical documentation

What we offer

Unlimited PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options

Fulltime

Flight Software Engineer

We seek a mid level Flight Software Engineer to help develop and maintain ICEYE’...

Location

Finland , Espoo

Salary:

Not provided

ICEYE

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong skills in C/C++ and Linux-based development and micro controller tooling
Ability to contribute to software that interacts with real hardware
Collaborative, eager to learn, and effective in English communication

Job Responsibility

Develop C/C++ and Python software for spacecraft power systems
Develop RTOS firmware for space-grade power system micro controllers
Contribute to automated testing with hardware in-loop, CI workflows, and peer code reviews
Collaborate with senior engineers to turn requirements into reliable software components
Support integration, troubleshooting, and debugging the full stack of spacecraft power systems

What we offer

Occupational healthcare, occupational, and accident insurance
A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
Phone subscription with iPhone of choice
Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer- Flight Autonomy

Merlin Labs is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in DO-1...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or related field
3-5 years of embedded or flight software development experience within a DO-178C environment
Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded, real-time, safety-critical systems
Understanding of avionics protocols and architectures (ARINC 429, ARINC 653, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet)
Experience designing and implementing software for real-time operating systems (RTOS), with strong knowledge of low level topics such as device driver development, interrupt handling, memory management, and performance estimation
Strong experience with requirements management, including authoring high-quality software requirements, maintaining traceability, and using tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Polarion
Experience with hardware/software integration, debugging on target hardware, and use of analysis tools (logic analyzers, bus analyzers)
Experience with Python scripting, tool automation and test automation
Experience with CI/CD environments and automated code quality checks

Job Responsibility

Develop, integrate, and verify flight-critical software using C/C++ following DO-178C processes
Build application-level flight software and ensure robust integration with underlying avionics hardware interfaces
Create, maintain and review software requirements, code and certification artifacts adhering to certification plans and standards
Troubleshoot integration issues on test benches and aircraft
Develop automated workflows for software integration and build processes
Collaborate with engineers from cross functional groups such as systems, safety, hardware, flight controls and test to ensure product and program level needs are met
Contribute to planning and execution of SOI audits and certification reviews
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software requirements, architecture, build processes and design decisions
Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), processor-in-the-loop (PIL), and flight testing activities

Fulltime

Flight Test Engineer

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enabl...

Location

United States , North Kingstown

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS in Engineering or a related subject
5+ years direct experience with experimental flight test or a combination of equivalent formal training and experience
Knowledge of basic concepts of fixed wing aircraft flight dynamics and control
Enthusiastic willingness to do what needs to be done to help our flight test program succeed
Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills
Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship

Job Responsibility

Join our flight test engineering team in supporting development of our autonomy systems by flying early and often
Develop, and drive the application of, the processes we need to prepare for, execute, and analyze our flight tests
Collaborate with hardware, software, flight controls, integration, and flight operation teams to develop and author test plans, ensure readiness for test, and drive efficient and effective collection of the data we need to test our systems
Participate in flight tests, including building and approving cards, verifying procedures and software via simulation, serving as test director/conductor, and supporting generation of analysis and deficiency reports after flight

What we offer

health, dental, life, unlimited vacation, and 401k with match

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