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Avionics Software Developer

Purple Hires Inc

Job Location:

Rockford, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 27 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Avionics Software Developer with strong expertise in ADA83/ADA95 programming and DO-178C verification activities. The role requires active contribution to coding debugging and verification of safety-critical avionics software ensuring compliance with certification standards.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development (Primary Focus)

Design develop and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA83/ADA95
Perform coding debugging and optimization of real-time embedded systems
Work on low-level drivers system interfaces and application software
Support software integration with avionics hardware platforms

Verification & DO-178 Activities

Perform requirements-based verification as per DO-178C
Develop and execute:
- Test cases & procedures
- Test scripts (manual/automated)
Conduct:
- Unit testing & integration testing
- Structural coverage analysis (Statement Decision MC/DC)
Generate verification artifacts:
- Test reports
- Traceability matrices
Support verification reviews and certification audits

Compliance & Quality

Ensure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processes
Maintain end-to-end traceability (requirements code test)
Participate in code reviews design reviews and audits

Required Qualifications

Bachelors/Masters in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace
6 years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded software
Strong experience in both development and verification environments

Mandatory Technical Skills

ADA83 / ADA95 programming (core requirement)
Strong embedded C / real-time systems understanding
Hands-on experience in:
- DO-178B/C verification processes
- Requirements-based testing
- Structural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level A)

Verification Tools Experience