General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Missile Flight Software Engineer

Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, master's, or PhD in engineering or related technical field with relevant experience
  • Proficient in C/C++ programming
  • Familiar with object-oriented programming techniques
  • Experience with Git version control system
  • Capability for occasional travel
  • Strong background in embedded software development
  • Prior experience developing real-time operating systems is a plus
  • Familiarity with real-time embedded software at a hardware level is preferred
  • Knowledge of Greenhills INTEGRITY4 RTOS is advantageous
  • Familiar with scripting languages like Matlab, Python, Powershell is preferred
  • Experience with industry coding standards such as MISRA or AUTOSAR is a plus
  • Hands-on experience with digital debugging tools is desired
  • Familiarity with testing practices including unit, integration, and functional testing is beneficial
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Prior technical task leadership experience is favorable
  • Must possess an active DoD or DoE clearance; Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Implement the software development lifecycle for the CPS program
  • Develop highly reliable embedded software for real-time flight systems
  • Write device drivers for real-time operating systems and integrate new avionics components
  • Assist with software development for Hardware-in-the-Loop test assets
  • Support system-level hardware testing with Assembly, Integration, and Test teams
  • Architect and implement software test methodologies
  • Act as technical lead for software tasks and coordinate with program partners
  • Contribute to software architecture design and development
  • Engage in periodic travel for integration testing and flight tests.

Benefits

  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce
  • Opportunities for technical leadership and collaboration
  • Access to a culture of DevOps and innovative software design
  • Engagement with cutting-edge aerospace technology
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Missile Flight Software Engineer within our Flight Software Design Engineering group. In this role, you will provide remote support to the Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) Navigation, Guidance, and Control (NGC) group responsible for the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program. This opportunity, based in Huntsville, AL, will focus on embedded software development activities that enable the integration of new capabilities, algorithms, and avionics devices. Our established DevOps culture enables staff to contribute to all areas of software design, development, and testing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Implement the software development lifecycle process for the CPS program
  • Develop embedded software for highly reliable real-time flight systems
  • Write device drivers for real-time operating systems; enable integration of new avionics components
  • Assist with software development associated with software test fixtures such as Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) test assets
  • Support system-level hardware testing including participation on-console with Assembly, Integration, and Test teams
  • Architect and implement software test methodologies
  • Act as technical lead for software tasks
  • Contribute to software architecture design and development
  • Coordinate and collaborate with external program partners to meet program-level objectives and achievements
  • Periodic travel may be required to support system-level integration testing and flight test activities. Trip durations can range from a few days to several weeks, depending on assigned roles and responsibilities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Experience programming in C/C++ is required.
  • Experience in object-oriented programming is required.
  • Experience with Git required.
  • The ability to occasionally travel is required.
  • Experience in embedded software development is required.
  • Experience developing real-time operating systems is desired.
  • Applications experience with real-time embedded software engineering at the hardware level, including I/O driver software, interrupt service routines, and networking protocols is desired.
  • Familiarity with the Greenhills INTEGRITY4 Real-time Operating System is desired.
  • Experience with Matlab, Python, Powershell or other scripting languages desired.
  • Experience with MISRA or AUTOSAR coding standards is desired.
  • Lab experience with use of common digital debugging tools (e.g. oscilloscopes, logic probes, and logic analyzers) is desired.
  • Experience with software unit, integration, and functional testing is desired.
  • Experience with Google Test is desired.
  • Experience in the application of software engineering standards is desired.
  • The ability to collaborate and contribute as a member of a multi-disciplinary team is desired.
  • Proven strong written and verbal communication skills are desired.
  • Technical task leadership experience is desired.
  • Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Active DoD or DoE clearance required with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance. Active DoD Top Secret security clearance is preferred.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
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