Sr. Avionics Software Engineer

Embedded Systems Sr. Avionics Software Engineer

Virgin Galactic is seeking an accomplished embedded systems Sr. Avionics Software Engineer who is a strong individual contributor and enjoys mentoring and coaching teammates. Guided by our values, "Safety Above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions. You will already have hands on experience with safety-critical software development in multiple programs in aerospace or similar field.

You will bring significant expertise in architecting, designing, and developing embedded systems for safety critical applications. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

You will have an opportunity to contribute to the design and development of avionics software for our spaceships and launch vehicles.

• Develop and maintain avionics software applications through the complete software lifecycle using C/C++
• Interface with spaceship pilots and other SMEs to engineer software solutions to vehicle level issues
• Mentor junior colleagues and help troubleshoot problems across multiple software projects across multiple platforms
• Design software solutions for vehicle level issues utilizing multiple software subsystems
• Actively participate in code reviews, requirements development, internal audits, and other software-related development activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the software development and integration process within the department
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks

• Bachelor's or master's degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited university with eight (8) plus years of total experience
• Demonstrated experience with C and C++ embedded software
• Four (4) or more years of safety-critical software development programs in aerospace or similar field
• Experience with safety-critical embedded system hardware and software projects following DO-178
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and ARINC 651 Integrated Modular Avionics architecture
• Experience with communication over RS232, RS485, CAN and Ethernet
• Experience with SoC configuration and integration
• Experience with hardware descriptions languages such as VHDL and/or Verilog
• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink for modelling and data analysis
• Experience with the Atlassian software project management suite including JIRA, Bitbucket (Git), Confluence, and Crucible
• Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $–$. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace. All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.

For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.