Software Engineer - Navigation

This is a hybrid role, preferably based in our San Diego, CA, or Dayton, OH offices.

A Software Engineer 3 is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. They work closely with the software development team to analyze user needs and create efficient and functional software solutions.

• Develop Embedded Linux and microcontroller software applications using C/C++ and other programming languages.
• Develop new Navigation, Autonomy, Sensor fusion and Collaboration features into our software and products.
• Integrate new technologies like ROS1/2 and Docker into software platforms.
• Use middleware like ROS1/2 to implement modular system architectures.
• Use Docker to build and deploy containerized applications to embedded systems.
• Collaborate in code reviews, merges and configuration management.
• Support the design and oversight of development projects, software testing, and maintain computer programs using advanced programming and scripting languages, techniques, and standards.
• Conduct alpha tests and coordinate beta tests of new or modified applications based on industry best standards and procedures for testing and review.
• Review and evaluate technological developments in hardware, software, and telecommunications for applicability to current or future requirements.
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development lifecycle, and ensure reuse of code.
• Contribute during the entire software development process including requirements, design, implementation, test, debugging and deployment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

• Security Clearance – Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to grow professional skills and learn from challenges.
• Ability to collaborate in development effort while providing innovative and creative solutions.
• Ability to run with an idea or solution and create opportunities to see the product succeed.
• A record of successful delivery of software applications individually and with a team.
• Strong understanding of agile software development methodologies and principles.
• Strong understanding of and desire to implement continuous delivery and integration within the development lifecycle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to clearly communicate design, architecture, implementations and requirements.
• Self‑motivated and capable of managing own workload.
• Results‑oriented with a commitment to achieving goals.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related Software Development focused field.

• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with build systems/tools such as CMake, Meson, and Ninja.
• Required Experience:
  
  C/C++, CMake, Embedded and micro‑controller programming, Linux, x86, ARM cross‑compilers and tool chains, Middleware (e.g., ROS1/2, zmq, Rabbit
  
  MQ, DDS, or Zenoh), Git, Docker, Networking and Data I/O.
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Autonomy, Sensor fusion (e.g., GNSS, IMU, Visual Navigation), Sensor fusion timing, Algorithm development, CI/CD.

Constantly required to sit, reach to use computers and other office equipment. Frequent repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers. Occasional use up to 1/3 of the work day, frequently 1/3 to 2/3 of the time, constantly 2/3 or more of the time.

$150,700 – $187,200 USD

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by…