Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Avionics Embedded OFP Architect (ARINC 653 RTOS)

Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
  • 8+ years of experience in designing embedded architectures in a RTOS multi-partition, multi-criticality environment.
  • Familiarity with RTOS like Green Hills or DDC-I DEOS and LDRA development environments.
  • 2-5 years of experience in leading development and test engineering teams.
  • Proficient in integrating software onto hardware and debugging using lab equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and design multi-partition, multi-DAL systems in an ARINC 653 environment.
  • Lead engineering teams through the complete development cycle of avionics mission/payload LRUs.
  • Oversee integration efforts in lab, SIL, and aircraft.
  • Coordinate with customers and management.
  • Support fielded LRUs and marketing activities.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-disciplinary teams.
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop complex embedded systems.
  • Direct interaction with clients to shape product outcomes.
  • Involvement in marketing activities and developing technology roadmaps.
Full Job Description
  • Architect and design multi-partition, multi-DAL systems within a ARINC 653 environment.
  • Lead engineering teams to develop complex microprocessor based avionics/mission/payload LRU's through the full development cycle (Requirements, design, development, sw/hw integration, V&V, qualification, flight test, etc).
  • Lead integration efforts within the lab, SIL, and ultimately the aircraft.
  • Coordinate with customers and upper management.
  • Support fielded LRU's and marketing efforts.

  • Collaboratively work with teams to develop avionics grade LRUs for airborne and ground systems. These teams consist of core disciplines across Systems, Electrical, Software, Firmware, and Mechanical engineering.
  • Mentor, guide, and develop complex embedded systems. Development includes the full life cycle from requirements and architectures through V&V and integration.
  • Support Department management in specific marketing activities, writing proposals, and developing product/technology roadmaps.
  • Interact directly with clients and company staff to establish requirements and architectures to meet client expectations.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree.
  • 8+ years: Experience designing embedded architecture designs within a RTOS multi partition, multi criticality environment. Experience with RTOS (Green Hills or DDC-I DEOS) development environment as well as LDRA. Experience with C/C++.
  • 2-5 years: Experience leading development and test engineering teams to meet program needs.
  • Experience with integrating software onto hardware and debugging within a lab environment utilizing equipment such as logic analyzers, power supplies, etc.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
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