Software Development Engineer, Sr

We are looking for a Sr Software Development Engineer to join our Shelby team!

As our Software Development Engineer you will be responsible for the planning, design, verification, and overall coordination for safety‑certified aerospace actuation applications. Performs activities in accordance with DO-178C / ED-12C and other customer‑specific requirements. Collaborates closely with other team members to optimize performance and robustness while accomplishing certification objectives for hardware (DO-254 / ED-80), equipment/system (ARP
4754), and safety (ARP
4761). Leads a remote or local development team. Familiar with the use of microprocessors to implement embedded software solutions (i.e. bare‑metal software or firmware) relevant to motion/motor control and power conversion applications in aerospace environments. Interfaces frequently and well with the internal process assurance team and external certification‑related personnel. Works with project leadership to develop project plans/schedule. Advises leadership and younger peers on resource needs.

Oversees the development and implementation of software plans, standards, and infrastructure necessary to accomplish assigned tasks. Comfortable engaging in vendor/supplier and current/future customer discussions related to their tasks and traveling as required.

Shelby, NC

$86,100 to $124,300 (general guideline for NC; evaluated by qualifications)

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

• Meets objectives needed for safety‑certified software for aerospace applications per DO-178C and/or other customer‑specific objectives.
• Applies knowledge of software certification to system‑level (ARP
  4754 / ED-79) and safety aspects (ARP
  4761 / ED-135).
• Develops plans and standards then works with process assurance to ensure compliance.
• Advise on resources and infrastructure needs to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Creates and manages software requirements in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Generates design documentation, block diagrams, state diagrams, timing analysis, etc.
• Develop software test environments and software test plans.
• Uses knowledge of low‑level processor peripherals to meet design requirements.
• Generate high quality specifications, reports, publications, and support proposals.
• Implements software on target devices and performs or oversees software verification in a lab environment.
• Utilizes understanding of software design process including requirements generation, preliminary design, peer reviews, detailed design, test plan generation, integration and test.
• Experience with pre‑contract customer discussions, briefing technical capabilities, conducting in‑person trade study discussions, including schedule and cost impacts and shaping technical requirements.
• Review vendor experience and capability to support software.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineer, or Software Engineering.
• 10+ years experience.
• Experience with DO-178C / ED-12C software certification.
• Experience in the development of actuator and motor controllers.
• Software or firmware development experience for embedded (e.g. bare metal) controllers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with knowledge of MS Office and Visio.
• Refined soft skills for coaching/mentoring and working with other team members.
• Excellent analysis and decision‑making skills.
• Strong customer interface capabilities and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to interact and collaborate with internal and external program management.
• Creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence with the ability to work in a diverse, fast paced environment. Ability to work in a team environment.

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be…