Software Engineer - Navigation

Software Engineer 3 – Navigation s role will be based in our San Diego, CA, or Dayton, OH offices. A Software Engineer 3 is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications, working closely with the development team to analyze user needs and create efficient, functional solutions. They are proficient in programming languages and have a strong understanding of software development methodologies.

• Develop Embedded Linux and microcontroller software applications using C/C++, and occasionally 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 in configuration management.
• Support the design and oversight of development projects, software testing, and maintenance of 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 code reuse.
• 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, or in accordance with the posted schedule.
• Demonstrate professional behavior with internal and external business associates, reflecting positively on the company and aligning with company policies and practices.
• Embodiment of AEVEX’s cultural values and alignment of daily actions with departmental goals and company culture.

• Security Clearance – Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to grow professionally and learn from challenges.
• Collaborative mindset while providing innovative, creative solutions.
• Results‑oriented with a commitment to achieving goals.
• A record of successful delivery of software applications as an individual 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 to clearly convey design, architecture, implementations, and requirements.
• Self‑motivated and capable of managing own workload.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure effectively.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a 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:
  • Autopilot integration
  • Autonomy
  • Visual Studio / VS Code
  • Sensor fusion (GNSS, IMU, Visual Navigation)
  • Sensor fusion timing
  • Collaborative Navigation
  • Algorithm development
  • Linux tools
  • Open Source robotics/perception libraries (e.g., Eigen, GDAL, OpenCV)
  • CI/CD

While performing the duties the employee is constantly required to sit and reach to use computers and other office equipment. The employee frequently performs repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Occasionally the employee performs these tasks up to 1/3 of the workday,…