General Atomics Aeronautical Systems ยท 6 hours ago
Aerospace Flight Software Engineer
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer to design, develop, and enhance UAV autopilot software, collaborating with domain experts and management throughout the software development lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Determine user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope. Software development includes end-user, system level, and data management applications
Formulate detailed plans for the implementation of software solutions on specific programs or projects. In addition to program design this includes determining language, platform, and resource requirements
Implementation of design including coding, testing, and documentation
Deployment of applications across the enterprise including cross-platform compliance and ensuring availability of necessary resources
Code maintenance including debugging and updating to keep pace with the evolving environment
Assist in planning for future applications based on new developments in computer technology
Communicate with the software developer group, with users, and with management as well as with the wider community through the publishing and presentation of technical papers
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Performs other duties as assigned
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or a related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Must have a complete understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate complete understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
Must have some experience with C and Python programming languages
Experience with closed-loop control systems, Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC), and implementation in the C/C++ language
Experience with DO-178 processes and high-level rigor development
Familiarity with aviation systems and fixed-wing aircraft
Ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to complex problems
Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; and lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks
Able to work extended hours as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance is required
Preferred
Degree in computer engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering is highly preferred
Experience with Model-Based Design tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or SCADE is highly desired
Familiarity with VectorCAST
Current active DoD security clearance is highly desired
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
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