Part-Time Software Engineer - Avionics

Responsibilities Position Summary

The Data Comm Avionics Lab at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) seeks a Technical Support Specialist to operate, maintain, and enhance the lab's capabilities in support of CPDLC (Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications) and DCNS (Data Communications Network Services) interoperability testing. This position requires intimate knowledge of the lab's design, construction, and installed systems/networks to maintain the current infrastructure and develop additional capabilities and scenarios as operational needs arise.

• Operate and maintain the Data Comm avionics lab environment, ensuring continuous availability for CPDLC and DCNS interoperability testing

• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Flight Management Systems (FMS) within the lab

• Design, develop, and implement new test scenarios and capabilities as operational requirements dictate

• Perform hardware and software maintenance on lab equipment, including upgrading and downgrading software and firmware version levels

• Develop and implement low-level CSP (Communication Service Provider) protocol solutions

• Design, maintain, and operate lab simulators

• Design, develop, and maintain lab toolsets to support testing operations

• Maintain lab connectivity with other WJHTC labs and external sources

• Perform general lab network and system administration tasks

• Support ARINC 429 interface integration and FMS integration with avionics systems/benches

• Document lab configurations, procedures, and system changes

Note this role is Part-Time, 20 hours per week, and is not a Full-Time position, however benefits, some of which are prorated, will be offered. This could be a great opportunity if you are seeking a Part-Time role!

Location and Travel:
Though the role allows for primarily remote work, the role also requires ability to work, on-site at the FAA Technical Center in Egg Harbor, N.J. for a period of approximately 2-3 days, approximately 6-7 times annually. Approved, reasonable and customary travel expenses will be covered.

• Ability to work on-site, and travel if applicable, for periods of approximately 2-3 days per week at the FAA Technical Center in Egg Harbor, N.J., approximately 6-7 times per year. Approved, reasonable and customary travel expenses will be covered.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similiar field, and minimum 13 years experience. Education equivalency substitutions include:

• Associate's degree and 15 years of experience

• Master's degree and 11 years of experience

• Ph.D. and 8 years of experience

• Experience with lab toolset design and use

• Proficiency in C++ and C# programming languages

• Experience with Visual Studio IDE

• General lab network and system administration experience

• Experience maintaining lab connectivity across multiple labs and external sources

• Ability to perform hardware/software maintenance, including firmware and software version management

• Strong documentation and technical writing skills

• Ability to work independently and adapt to evolving operational requirements

• Demonstrated experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS) configuration and troubleshooting

• Intimate knowledge of the Data Comm avionics lab design and construction

• Proficiency in low-level CSP (Communication Service Provider) protocol development and implementation

• Ability to understand and apply DO-258A and ARINC 618/620/622 specifications

• Experience with lab simulator design and operation

• Familiarity with ARINC 429 interface and FMS integration with avionics systems / bench

• Experience with CPDLC and DCNS interoperability testing

• Knowledge of avionics communication protocols beyond ARINC 429

• Experience with configuration management and version control systems

• Familiarity with DO-178C or other aviation software assurance standards

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