Software Engineering Group Lead
Job Overview
A Software Engineering Group Lead leads a software development team as they create software solutions for AEVEX, typically related to unmanned systems. They serve as a "player/coach", working alongside the team to ensure projects are successful while mentoring in coding, debugging, testing, code review, and troubleshooting, to ensure best practices. This persons serves as an in-house expert, both for managers from other departments who need software solutions and the less experienced staff within the Software department.
Essential Functions
- Responsible for all aspects of the software development process including requirements, design, implementation, functional test, troubleshooting
- Work with upper management to define software requirements and take the lead on operational and technical projects
- Lead specification, design, development, maintenance, integration, documentation, debug and testing of software for Windows and embedded software applications in C and C++
- Identify and implement best practices in simulation methodologies, tools, and frameworks
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of software engineers
- Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Engage employees by creating a climate in which they want to do their best
- Provide oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with AEVEX’s policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Strong proficiency in C++, C#, Python or other programming languages
- Possess excellent organization and problem-solving skills with extensive hands-on experience in software development
- Strong foundation integrating hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) systems
- Understanding of real-time simulation requirements such as reducing latency and synchronization with hardware systems
- Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies
- Familiarity with aerospace simulation tools and autopilot systems such as ArduPilot, PX4, FlightGear, X-Plane, and JSBSim (desired)
- Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and pub/sub network topologies (desired)
- Proficient in software development of microcontroller level embedded systems (desired)
- Champions AEVEX’s culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
- Engages employees by creating a climate in which they want to do their best.
- Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
- Maintains employee work schedules.
- Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with AEVEX’s policies and procedures.
Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field required, MS preferred
Experience
- 7+ years of software development experience preferred
- 2+ years of leading other software engineers preferred
- Prior experience developing Autopilot systems, ground control stations, or flight simulation software is highly desirable
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
Disclaimer
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.