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UAS Systems and Software Engineers

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Real Time Consulting

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United States , Phoenix

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Job Description:

Real Time Companies, LLC is the parent company to multiple entities, of which Real Time Consulting is the current focus, specializing in providing experienced engineering services to several large aviation companies since 1997. Our engineering staff has an average of 20+ years of direct industry experience and we pride ourselves on both the quality and performance of our staff.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering
  • 5+ years of embedded systems and/or software experience
  • 2+ years Unmanned Aircraft Systems project experience
  • Experience in one or more of the following: Ability to develop Systems and/or Software Requirements
  • Experience in System Design and/or Software Development
  • Experience in System Integration: System/Software and/or Hardware/Software
  • Experience in System and/or Software verification
  • Proficient in modern programming languages (ex. C++, Python/Perl, C#/Java)
  • Excellent problem solving, troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies
  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Willingness to learn and contribute to a multi-functional team environment

Nice to have:

  • Prior experience in an R&D environment
  • Rapid prototype experience
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum development
  • Familiarity with aircraft systems qualification and certification
  • Project experience includes safety critical systems
  • Experience in autonomous systems, sense and avoid technology, GNC, or flight controls
  • Experience with Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and/or time-critical applications

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Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

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