Flight Software C++ Engineer

Description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP program eligible.

This position is in person.

Toyon is seeking a passionate and talented Flight Software C++ Engineer to join our growing team developing cutting-edge aerospace flight systems and diagnostic tools. This role is critical to research and development of new flight systems, from requirements definition to prototype hardware test and delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test flight software components in C++ for embedded systems.
• Develop and maintain firmware for flight controllers and related hardware.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design to coding, testing, and deployment.
• Participate in software code reviews and contribute to improving software development processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams of engineers, scientists, and project managers to translate technical requirements into robust and efficient software solutions.
• Utilize debugging and testing tools to identify and resolve issues during development and testing of embedded systems.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Identify and propose improvements to existing systems and processes

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience developing software for embedded systems and/or real-time applications.
• Proven ability to write clean, well-documented, and sustainable code.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded applications.
• Knowledge of build system development and best practices.
• Experience in scripting languages such as Python for automation tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to use version control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of software design principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop software independently and as part of a team.

Preferred:

• Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a physical science.
• 7+ years of experience developing software for embedded systems and/or real-time applications.
• Demonstrated experience with software/firmware Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA).
• Demonstrated experience implementing DO-178C standards for aerospace avionics or MISRA equivalents.
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and software for parallel systems.
• Familiarity with common physical and data link layers (e.g. RS-485, CAN bus, Ethernet, SPI).
• Proficiency writing HDL for FPGAs.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit and PCB design.
• Strong understanding of statistics and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience using Monte Carlo methods for system-level analysis.
• Experience with guidance, navigation, and control.
• Existing TS clearance.

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

• Competitive Industry Pay
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• Dental and Vision Coverage Options
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Life and Disability Insurance  
• Paid Parental Leave
• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Flight Software C++ Engineer position is $110,000 to $200,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. 

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