Firmware Project Engineer II

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Are you looking to use your engineering capabilities, project management and collective skills in your next position? We could use your expertise on our team! We are innovators on a mission to unify, explore and inspire. As a Project Engineer II, you'll assist in developing and implementing integrated plans for product development including coordinating activities throughout the product lifecycle from design concept phase to release.

You will monitor the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with external customers or field‑based employees on technical matters, as needed. You'll also review, manage, proactively challenge, and control status of project programs and budgets, manage schedules and prepare status reports, and guide and lead teams in achieving the goals of the program including issue identification, resolution and contingency planning.

We are seeking a highly skilled firmware engineering leader with a strong background in developing avionics systems in compliance with DO‑254 standards. This is a unique opportunity to not only contribute technically but also to play a pivotal role in establishing and refining our tools, processes, and procedures to meet FAA compliance requirements. In this role, you will collaborate closely with systems and safety teams throughout the development and certification process, ensuring our projects meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Partner with technical Subject Matter Experts to lead the design, development, and verification of firmware for avionics systems, ensuring compliance with DO‑254 and ARP‑4754.
• Develop and implement strategies for FAA compliance, including establishing necessary tools, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including systems and safety teams, to integrate firmware solutions into overall system architecture and ensure compliance throughout the development and certification process.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance our firmware development practices.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project completion.
• Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and testing to ensure high‑quality deliverables.
• Author and review DO‑254 lifecycle data, including the Plan for Hardware Aspects of Certification, Design Standards, Requirements, and Accomplishment Summary.

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in a related field of study, and typically 10+ years of progressive technical experience.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practice.
• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary design and development teams.
• Detailed understanding of requirements management, system design, integration.
• Expert knowledge of digital circuit concepts and computer science fundamentals.
• Proficiency in firmware development using VHDL and/or Verilog programming languages.
• Experience with software/firmware development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
• Experience authoring DO‑254 firmware certification planning, design and verification documents.
• Demonstrated experience leading a team through a successful DO‑254 and ARP‑4754 commercial certification.
• The ability to obtain & maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

• Experience with Xilinx/AMD FPGA Development.
• 4‑6 years of leadership and/or project management experience.
• Experience leading a multi‑disciplinary team and effectively communicating with program management and customers.
• Experience preparing technical proposals, program schedules, and cost estimates.
• Experience leading baseline definition and maturation in complex development settings.
• Familiarity with tools such as Vivado, Quartus, Model Sim/Questa, Aldec, and Active
  
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• Familiarity with Xilinx/AMD FPGA products and development tools.
• Understanding of commercial avionics standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., DO‑178C, DO‑254, ARP‑4754).
• Familiarity with commercial avionics communication protocols (e.g., ARINC 818, ARINC 429, CAN, AFDX).

We offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with 150 % match up to 6 %, life insurance, three weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

$140,000–$200,000, negotiable based on experience.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Sierra Nevada Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.