Flight Software Engineer

Draper•Cambridge, MA

2d•$75,000 - $156,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Software Engineer 2 develops high performance solutions for resource constrained targets. Develops next-generation resilient and fault tolerant software solutions in the application domains of undersea, terrestrial, air, hypersonics and space. The Engineer is involved in the full software development life cycle.

Requirements

Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.
Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques٫ IP protocols٫ interfaces and hardware subsystems.
Expertise in software development for real-time systems.
Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust).
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of software configuration management tools٫ defect tracking tools٫ and peer review processes.
Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Experience with UML/SysML.
Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Requires 3-5 years experience in Software Engineering or related.

Nice To Haves

Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design with some guidance.
Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.
Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.
Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.
Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.
Contributes to the system design based on demonstrated expertise and applicable experience.
Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.
Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.
Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirement.
Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.
Performs other duties as assigned.