Sr. Engineer, Software (FW

Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for aircraft. As a systems certification provider, Astronics CSC has worked on over 100 projects for industry partners to upgrade commercial and business aircraft with new passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication and flight safety systems.

Additionally, Astronics CSC offers proven IFEC hardware systems, flexible design platforms, high customer satisfaction, and long-term relationships with industry leaders to help make the connected aircraft a reality. The company now employs over 300 employees and is a six-time recipient of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Employers to Work For award.

This position is designated as onsite. The selected candidate must be willing and able to report to the Waukegan, IL location during scheduled work hours.

Formulate, architect, design, develop, document, integrate, test, and maintain software for embedded Linux targets (applications, drivers, kernel, hardware abstraction layer/APIs/services to provide to 3rd party developers, etc.) or other microprocessor targets using industry best practices and standard design frameworks as appropriate.

The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties as assigned.

• Analyze software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Customization, deployment, and maintenance of Linux BSP distributions or microprocessor firmware on different hardware platforms.
• Interact with Linux kernel and integrate new device drivers.
• Improve and maintain existing software components.
• Implement, perform, and document software unit, design verification, and validation test of the developed products.
• Review and provide input to and advice on hardware designs.
• Assist with the hardware board, bring up and troubleshooting.
• Consult with hardware engineers and other engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, and operational and performance requirements of overall system.
• Provide pre‑sales support and contribute to the creation of proposals.
• Conduct code analysis, requirements analysis, and software reviews.
• Coordinate the transfer to production and support factory manufacturing and customers in troubleshooting and root causing issues related to the firmware and/or programming software.
• The candidate must be “hands‑on,” detail oriented, team‑oriented, autonomous, and willing to roll up his/her sleeves to ensure a successful program.
• As a senior technical software engineering role, the candidate is expected to exhibit a moderate level of independence, technical leadership/strategy, and interactions with other disciplines and management.
• Responsible for implementing and complying with all ethical and legal compliance requirements.
• Other duties & functions may be assigned to this position as needed.
• Working knowledge of ISO/9001/14000/DO‑178
  
  Cand AS9100 processes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and/or Electrical Engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university program.
• 10+ years of work experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and/or Electrical Engineering related positions.
• Detail oriented, proactive team player and methodical self‑starter able to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Has knowledge of and experience with microprocessor firmware or Linux kernel and device‑driver development.
• Strong familiarity with different microprocessor firmware or Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, Yocto Poky, Debian, Almafor example), including BSP creation/support, and can configure and troubleshoot network, video, and other devices by installing, or…