Software Engineer II

Job Overview

A Software Engineer 2 is an experienced professional responsible for designing developing and maintaining software applications. This person serves as an independent contributor implementing software solutions with light supervision from more senior members of the software department. They have a strong understanding of programming languages software development methodologies and debugging techniques and contribute to the entire software development lifecycle from initial design to testing and deployment.

Essential Functions

• Contribute during the entire software development process including requirements design implementation test debugging and deployment.
• Develop Embedded Linux Windows PC and microcontroller software applications using C C and occasionally other programming languages.
• Maintain computer programs using advanced software programming and/or scripting languages techniques and standards.
• Specification design development maintenance integration documentation debug and testing of software for Windows and embedded software applications in C and C.
• Embedded applications in custom headless devices with focus on real-time performance aspects including multi-threading time synchronization.
• Configuration troubleshooting data analysis and integration of a wide variety of applications and equipment such as internal software libraries and products GPS receivers LiDAR sensors Inertial sensors network routers radio modems meteorological sensors serial port hubs etc.
• Review and evaluate technological developments in hardware software and telecommunications for applicability to current or future requirements.
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Design develop deploy configure document and debug software while properly escalating issues to meet deadlines.
• Apply the appropriate standards processes procedures and tools throughout the development lifecycle and ensure reuse of code.
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• Troubleshoot and debug existing software and correct defects.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Knowledge in one or multiple programming languages such as C C Python Lua Java
• Proficient in software development of microcontroller level embedded systems
• Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g. SPI I2C UART CAN)
• Prior experience developing Autopilot systems ground control stations or flight simulation software is highly desirable
• Analytical skills to interpret complex data sets
• Problem-solving skills to determine the cause of bugs and resolve complaints
• Ability to grow your professional skills and learn from challenges
• Possess good organization and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Linux Linux programming or Embedded Linux concepts.
• Experience using Git or other version control systems.
• Knowledge of software development using Microsoft Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelors degree in computer engineering computer science electrical engineering aerospace engineering or a related field.

Experience

• Must have at least 2-5 years experience working through the design development testing release cycle and delivering software products.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• For the purpose of this summary occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.