Part-Time Software Engineer - Avionics

Noblis•Atlantic City, NJ

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Data Comm Avionics Lab at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) seeks a Technical Support Specialist to operate, maintain, and enhance the lab's capabilities in support of CPDLC (Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications) and DCNS (Data Communications Network Services) interoperability testing. This position requires intimate knowledge of the lab's design, construction, and installed systems/networks to maintain the current infrastructure and develop additional capabilities and scenarios as operational needs arise. This role is Part-Time, 20 hours per week, and is not a Full-Time position, however benefits, some of which are prorated, will be offered. This could be a great opportunity if you are seeking a Part-Time role! Though the role allows for primarily remote work, the role also requires ability to work, on-site at the FAA Technical Center in Egg Harbor, N.J. for a period of approximately 2-3 days, approximately 6-7 times annually. Approved, reasonable and customary travel expenses will be covered.

Requirements

Ability to work on-site, and travel if applicable, for periods of approximately 2-3 days per week at the FAA Technical Center in Egg Harbor, N.J., approximately 6-7 times per year.
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar field, and minimum 13 years experience.
Associate's degree and 15 years of experience
Master's degree and 11 years of experience
Ph.D. and 8 years of experience
Experience with lab toolset design and use
Proficiency in C++ and C# programming languages
Experience with Visual Studio IDE
General lab network and system administration experience
Experience maintaining lab connectivity across multiple labs and external sources
Ability to perform hardware/software maintenance, including firmware and software version management
Strong documentation and technical writing skills
Ability to work independently and adapt to evolving operational requirements

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS) configuration and troubleshooting
Intimate knowledge of the Data Comm avionics lab design and construction
Proficiency in low-level CSP (Communication Service Provider) protocol development and implementation
Ability to understand and apply DO-258A and ARINC 618/620/622 specifications
Experience with lab simulator design and operation
Familiarity with ARINC 429 interface and FMS integration with avionics systems / bench
Experience with CPDLC and DCNS interoperability testing
Knowledge of avionics communication protocols beyond ARINC 429
Experience with configuration management and version control systems
Familiarity with DO-178C or other aviation software assurance standards

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the Data Comm avionics lab environment, ensuring continuous availability for CPDLC and DCNS interoperability testing
Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Flight Management Systems (FMS) within the lab
Design, develop, and implement new test scenarios and capabilities as operational requirements dictate
Perform hardware and software maintenance on lab equipment, including upgrading and downgrading software and firmware version levels
Develop and implement low-level CSP (Communication Service Provider) protocol solutions
Design, maintain, and operate lab simulators
Design, develop, and maintain lab toolsets to support testing operations
Maintain lab connectivity with other WJHTC labs and external sources
Perform general lab network and system administration tasks
Support ARINC 429 interface integration and FMS integration with avionics systems/benches
Document lab configurations, procedures, and system changes