Software Engineer - Flight Management System (FMS)

Real Time Consulting, LLC

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of embedded software development experience in avionics.
  • Expertise in multiple FMS functional areas such as Flight Planning, Nav, and User Interface.
  • Proficient in object-oriented development and coding in C++.
  • In-depth understanding of the DO-178B/C software development lifecycle.
  • Experience in designing software architecture and creating software test plans.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software for Flight Management Systems based on legacy NGFMS functionality.
  • Transform software operations to align with NGA FMS Product for various aircraft classifications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets aviation standards.
  • Create and execute software test procedures and validate system compliance.
  • Continuously analyze and integrate new information into development processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on advanced avionics technology in a leading consulting firm.
  • Collaborative work environment with dedicated aviation professionals.
  • Chance to contribute to innovative flight management solutions.
  • Self-motivated culture that encourages initiative and professional growth.
Full Job Description
REAL TIME CONSULTING (An RTCo Company)-POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Flight Management System (FMS)

ABOUT THE JOB:
Responsible for designing and developing Flight Management Systems software based upon legacy NGFMS product line functionality with transformations required to operate within the NGA FMS Product for Part 23 Class 1 / 2, Part 23 Class 3 / 4, and Part 25 aircraft.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related technical area
  • 7+ years of experience in embedded software development for avionics
  • Experience developing software for 1 or more FMS functional areas:
  • Performance
  • Predictions
  • Flight Planning
  • Nav
  • Lateral Guidance
  • Vertical Guidance
  • User Interface
  • Datalink
  • Redundancy Management
  • I/O
  • Understanding of the DO-178B/C software development lifecycle
  • Experience in design of software architecture
  • Experience in object-oriented development
  • Experience coding in C++
  • Experience in creating software test plans
  • Experience creating software test cases based on use cases derived from the system and software requirements
  • Experience in creating software test procedures
  • Knowledge of software configuration management and change management practices
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to quickly analyze, incorporate, and apply new information and concepts
  • Self-motivated and takes initiative to get things done

PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Familiarity with Integrated Modular Avionics
  • Familiarity with software time and space partitioning
  • Familiarity with A653
  • Experience with DOORS NG

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