California

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position within Avionics Software is responsible for independently architecting and developing complex real-time embedded systems for Remotely Piloted Aircraft. Avionics software applications include distributed real-time fault-tolerant control architectures, electro-mechanical control systems, engine and propulsion system management, power electronics, control networks, datalinks, and other aircraft subsystems and related support equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Independently architect, design, develop, test, and maintain software for flight-critical real-time embedded systems in accordance with appropriate development processes and standards

* Closely coordinate designs and architectures with other functional engineering groups, ensuring alignment with long-term company and customer goals

* Independently track overall status, risks, and issues for assigned programs and projects

* Independently advise executive management and customers on key technical decisions, provide input on future direction

* Act as a software stakeholder in program/project planning efforts, including proposals, estimation, budgeting, and scheduling

* Independently coordinate and communicate with subject matter experts, cross-functional teams, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle

* Provide ongoing technical mentorship and direction to others, including the immediate group and broader organization

* Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

* Perform other duties as assigned

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Category

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

State

California

Clearance Level

Top Secret

Pay Range Low

128,130

City

Poway

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

229,358

Recruitment Posting Title

Staff Software Developer

Job Qualifications

* Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

* Programing languages: C/C++ (essential), Python (desired)

* Embedded systems concepts; preemption, multitasking, bare-metal and real-time operating system architectures, compilers, computer processor architectures and memory management

* Real-time systems, fault-tolerant systems, control systems, motor control, power electronics

* Reading and understanding electrical schematics and datasheets

* Embedded communications: SPI, I2C, USART, CANbus, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553

* Ethernet networks and protocols

* Audio and video processing and communications

* Development tools and electronic test equipment including in-circuit debuggers/emulators, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, and signal generators

* Software configuration management tools, such as subversion or git, as well as defect tracking tools, and peer review

* Requirements-based software verification at the unit, integration, and system level

* Automated software testing tools and continuous integration

* Formal software development and test processes; RTCA DO-178C and related standards

* Ability to obtain and maintain DoD top secret security clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Experience Level

Senior (8+ years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

Workstyle

Onsite