Principal Software Engineer – Mission Systems
Lynx•Fort Worth, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
This position is for a Principal Software Engineer specializing in Mission Systems. The role involves C/C++ development for real-time embedded systems, focusing on the architecture, design, development, and integration of mission systems. This includes working with various systems such as tactical/mission data links, aircraft sensors, communications/navigation/identification (CNI), mission computers, displays, weapon systems, or electronic warfare systems. The role also entails integration and interoperability testing in lab and simulated environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
- 8+ years of C/C++ development experience
- Experience in mission systems software architecture, including design, development, and integration.
- Software development experience across mission systems such as tactical/mission data links, aircraft sensors, communications/navigation/identification (CNI), mission computers, displays, weapon systems, or electronic warfare systems
- C / C++ development for real-time embedded systems
- Integration and interoperability testing in lab and simulated environments
- Ability to work onsite 100%
- Ability to travel 10%
Nice To Haves
- Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
- Real-time operating systems and deterministic scheduling
- Networked and distributed systems under bandwidth and latency constraints
- Secure communications and crypto interface awareness (COMSEC)
- Message parsing, data modeling, and protocol implementation
- Mission systems and OMS/MOSA integration
- Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and integrate mission systems software architecture
- Perform software development across mission systems such as tactical/mission data links, aircraft sensors, communications/navigation/identification (CNI), mission computers, displays, weapon systems, or electronic warfare systems
- Conduct integration and interoperability testing in lab and simulated environments
- Communicate and document complex technical designs
Benefits
- Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options
- 401K with generous employer match
- Responsible Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- Remote work opportunities based on role
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
