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 developing real-time embedded software 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 & RESPONSIBILITES:

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

* Independently track status, risks, and issues for assigned tasks

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

* 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

Secret

Pay Range Low

98,100

City

Poway

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

171,398

Recruitment Posting Title

Embedded Software Engineer (Avionics)

Job Qualifications

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

* Must have a complete understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate complete understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts.

* Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

* Proficiency with C/C++ is required. Python is 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 security clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Experience Level

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

Workstyle

Hybrid