Senior Computer Systems Software Engineer - TRU Simulation + Training Inc.
Textron AviationAbout the role
Job Number:
328604)Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Avionics Software Engineer is a highly-motivated and self-driven team player capable of performing in a dynamic prototyping environment. The preferred candidate will understand and employ current software design methodologies and have a strong desire for innovation. This candidate is an experienced software engineer with broad technical knowledge, who can design and develop software from requirements, lead root-cause analysis, communicate options for resolution and provide recommendations for software defects.
The Avionics Software Engineer at TRU is responsible for the development, integration, testing, acceptance, and discrepancy resolution of software for avionics systems as they pertain to the aircraft being simulated. This position will work closely with the OEM, test pilots, and supporting documentation to ensure the models are functionally identical to the real aircraft.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, integrate, test, and document software ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for avionics systems, including:
- Flight Controls Systems
- Navigation Systems
- Communication Systems
- Flight Management System (FMS)
- Engine Monitoring Systems
- Glass Cockpit Displays
- Weather Radar Systems
- Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems (TAWS)
- Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS)
- Collaborate with cross functional engineers to meet project requirements
- Develop acceptance test procedures to validate the functionality and performance of software models
- Recommend, incorporate, and/or alter new and existing simulator designs and documentation
- Participate in engineering design reviews
- Perform hardware/software integration and testing on flight simulator training devices ensuring seamless operation and interaction with other simulator components
- Provide engineering staff with recommendations for software/hardware enhancements by staying updated with the latest advancements in aircraft systems, avionics technology, and simulation methodologies
- Research and analyze data, such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree required in Aerospace, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
- 5+ years of software engineering or relative experience required
QUALIFICATONS:
- Proficiency in programming languages
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