Senior Software Engineer

We are looking for a Sr. Software Engineer to design, develop, document, test and verify embedded software and systems for an aerospace application in a collaborative small team with high visibility, growth within the larger business and both low/high voltage products. Work will be performed in accordance with project requirements, i.e., RTCA/DO-178 process. The Engineer will collaborate directly with design teams to conduct software testing and verification throughout the development lifecycle to ensure the product meets all qualification and certification requirements.

What's in it for you as a Sr Software Engineer:

• High visibility role in a small team, own the full verification process
• Work with both high and low voltages
• Growth in the multi billion dollar parent organisation
• Work responsibility will evolve over time as client projects differ, a chance to never be bored
• Competitive salary: Up to $160,000

Primary Responsibilities as a Sr Software Engineer:

• Develop and execute verification plans in accordance with RTCA/DO-178C requirements.
• Create and implement detailed test cases and procedures for software verification
• Conduct and document verification tests, compiling test data, and creating comprehensive test reports, including the Software Verification Report (SVR)
• Review and validate customer requirements for completeness and testability.
• Decompose system-level requirements into clear subsystem and component-level requirements.
• Design and develop robust automated testing systems for verification and manufacturing of power products.
• Coordinate testing activities on assigned projects in a multi-disciplinary team
• Develop embedded software with structured architecture and good documentation
• Mentor junior team members on technical and process best practices.
• Interface with DER and SQA for successful software release and certification.

Basic Qualifications of the Sr Software Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year university
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing embedded C software verification activities, specifically within an avionics or safety-critical environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in Python programming
• Ability to identify, track, and resolve verification process/environment/artifact issues in a formal configuration and change control environment.
• In-depth experience with the RTCA/DO-178C development process at a high criticality level
• Proven experience with Unit level Testing and Requirement-Based Testing.
• Experience with Hardware & Software Integration Testing
• Proficiency in utilizing IBM Rational DOORS (or similar tools) for requirements capture and traceability management
• Familiarity with standard software development methodologies and tools for real-time systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing/prioritizing multiple tasks effectively

Preferred Qualifications of the Sr Software Engineer

• Master of Science Degree in Electrical/Software/Computer Engineering
• Successfully interface with DER and SQA stakeholders to support software release and certification.
• Proficiency in using LabVIEW and the ARM C Compiler for development and testing.
• Experience with communication protocols including Ethernet, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, RS-485, UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Familiarity with the RTCA/DO-254 development process (or similar safety-critical hardware development standards).
• Practical experience and knowledge of the VHDL hardware description language.
• Strong foundation in both analog and digital design is desirable.
• Familiarity with High Power testing and instrumentation (e.g., 270 VDC and 115 VAC).
• Ability to critically analyze technical elements of specifications to ensure optimal project outcomes
• Pragmatic and risk-aware thinker with ability to prioritize tasks and effectively mitigate risks

If you would like to have a confidential chat, please get in touch with Rabeel Imrane, Rabeel.imrane@rps-recruitment.com, 12133141692.