Senior Software Engineer

This role is ideal for a senior engineer who thrives in hands-on environments and wants to build software that directly impacts real-world flight operations. You will lead the development of safety-critical software used in an experimental aircraft/airship program, working closely with flight test, pilots, and cross-functional engineering teams.

What You Will Do!

Lead software requirements capture and finalization in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, and pilots

Own the design and architecture of safety-critical embedded software

Drive hands-on implementation and integration of safety-critical systems

Develop test sets and validation/verification plans for released softwareLead root cause analysis and debugging for issues found in internal and external testing

Support verification and validation activities to ensure reliability and repeatability in flight environments

Define requirements for simulation software supporting testing and development

Maintain simulation design documentation and test reports

Lead software release processes for flight testing and production usage

Own change control activities including merge requests, reviews, and software change requests

Collaborate across software, hardware, test, and operations teamsRequired

Qualifications

BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

5-7+ years of experience in embedded and/or safety-critical software engineering

Strong experience with RTOS and real-time embedded development

Proficiency in C++ and/or C, and ability to work across multiple languages

Experience with Python for scripting, automation, or test tooling

Familiarity with modern source control and CI/CD workflows (GitLab preferred)

Strong knowledge of software validation practices (testing, verification, documentation, traceability)

Excellent communication skills and a structured approach to problem solving

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience

Exposure to aviation certification standards such as DO-178C (or similar safety-critical standards)

Experience integrating software with hardware interfaces (MCUs, sensors, actuators, communication buses)

Experience with PLC systems and HMI

UI development experience for cockpit, instrument cluster, or equipment interfaces

Familiarity with front-end/back-end architecture concepts (not required)

Compliance

Employment is contingent on standard background screening and other compliance requirements where applicable.

What We Offer!

Relocation assistance

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)

Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances

Parental leave

Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

401(k) matching up to 6%

Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions

Monthly wellness stipend

Monthly cell phone stipend

Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field

The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000