Job DescriptionSAIC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced
Senior Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and implementation of a Common Translator software solution to bridge communication between legacy aircraft systems and a new Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) transponder at our customer site in
Huntsville, AL.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of both software engineering concepts and avionics systems, particularly in IFF and legacy aircraft communication protocols. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and supporting reliable, mission-critical software systems. This position provides the opportunity to work in a dynamic, technically rigorous environment, contributing to the successful modernization of critical defense and aerospace systems while ensuring compatibility, accuracy, and performance in a systems integration environment.
This position is hybrid - allowing for onsite at S3I complex when required, SAIC or homesite at other times. TheSenior Software Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following: - Design and implement modular and scalable software solutions for the Common Translator system to ensure compatibility between existing avionics systems and the new IFF transponder
- Develop software that interprets incoming data from legacy aircraft systems and converts it to the required data format for the new transponder, and vice versa
- Use programming languages such as C++, C#, or Python, along with development environments and tools (e.g. Visual Studio, ADO) tailored to embedded systems and avionics applications
- Collaborate with systems engineers to fully understand technical requirements, interfaces, and legacy system specifications
- Ensure seamless integration of the Common Translator with both existing and emerging systems while maintaining adherence to interoperability standards, including IFF modes, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and other avionics data bus standards
- Develop and execute unit tests, system integration tests, and automated testing processes to ensure software quality and reliability
- Use simulation tools and test rigs to validate the performance of the Common Translator software in laboratory and field environments
- Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware integration issues to resolve defects rapidly
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and test engineers, customer entities and partners to achieve program goals
- Report technical progress, present system designs, and participate in peer reviews, design reviews, and technical interchange meetings with project stakeholders and customers
- Create and maintain detailed software design documentation, user manuals, and test plans
- Ensure compliance with relevant software development standards, security protocols, and industry certifications such as DO-178C and cybersecurity requirements for military systems
QualificationsRequired Education- Bachelor's degree and five (5) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree
Required Clearance: - Must possess an active Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain; US Citizenship required
Required Skills: - Proficiency with C++, C#, Visual Studio, MIL-STD-1553
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to stakeholders of varying technical expertise
- Ability to thrive within a collaborative work environment and contribute to complex systems engineering challenges
Desired Skills or Required Certifications:- Experience with Ethernet, MS Azure DevOps, DO-178C
- Experience of rotary wing avionics (3+ years)
