Avionics Software Developer

Avionics Software Developer (ADA
83/ADA
95 & DO-178 Verification)

Location:

Rockford, IL (Onsite) | Position Type:
Contract

We are seeking a hands‑on Avionics Software Developer with strong expertise in ADA
83/ADA
95 programming and DO-178C verification activities. The role requires active contribution to coding, debugging, and verification of safety‑critical avionics software, ensuring compliance with certification standards.

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA
  83/ADA
  95
• Perform coding, debugging, and optimization of real‑time embedded systems
• Work on low-level drivers, system interfaces, and application software
• Support software integration with avionics hardware platforms

• Perform requirements‑based verification as per DO-178C
• Develop and execute:
  • Test cases & procedures
  • Test scripts (manual/automated)
• Conduct:
  • Unit testing & integration testing
  • Structural coverage analysis (Statement, Decision, MC/DC)
• Generate verification artifacts:
  • Test reports
  • Traceability matrices
• Support verification reviews and certification audits

• Ensure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processes
• Maintain end‑to‑end traceability (requirements‑code‑test)
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and audits

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace
• 6+ years of experience in avionics or safety‑critical embedded software
• Strong experience in both development and verification environments

• ADA
  83 / ADA
  95 programming (core requirement)
• Strong embedded C / real‑time systems understanding
• Hands‑on experience in:
  • DO-178B/C verification processes
  • Requirements‑based testing
  • Structural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level
    
    A)

• LDRA / Vector CAST / RTRT / Cantata
• DOORS or equivalent (requirements traceability)
• Coverage tools (LDRA / similar) Additional Technical Skills
  • Debugging tools:
    Lauterbach, JTAG, GDB
  • Configuration management:
    Git / Clear Case / SVN
  • Working knowledge of avionics buses:
    • ARINC 429, ARINC 664, MIL-STD-1553
  Preferred Experience
  • Experience working on legacy ADA codebases and enhancements
  • Exposure to Collins Aerospace avionics systems/programs
  • Familiarity with CI/CD in embedded environments