Software Engineering Technician

Aevex • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an Engineering Technician 1 to support a continuing engineering team responsible for maintaining and improving internal software tools used in production, testing, and field support. This role is focused on practical software work: targeted updates, bug fixes, reliability improvements, troubleshooting, and support for hardware-connected workflows. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail oriented, comfortable with Linux-based systems, and able to work across scripts, backend services, frontend interfaces, logs, and device tooling.

Requirements

• Familiarity with Linux command line and shell scripting.
• Ability to read logs, follow code paths, and troubleshoot software issues.
• Comfortable modifying existing codebases.
• Strong attention to detail when testing and documenting changes.
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical teams.
• Basic experience with Python.
• Experience using Git for version control.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with REST APIs or backend service development preferred
• Exposure to hardware-connected software, embedded devices, serial/USB tools, or test equipment preferred
• Familiarity with system services, permissions, package installation, or deployment scripts preferred.
• Experience supporting production, manufacturing, test, or field service software preferred.
• Experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, React, or similar frontend tools preferred
• Experience with Ubuntu or Debian-based systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve internal software tools used for production and device support.
• Implement focused updates, bug fixes, and workflow improvements.
• Troubleshoot issues reported by production, engineering, field service, and support teams.
• Debug Linux-based environments, including services, permissions, dependencies, logs, and install scripts.
• Modify Python backend code, shell scripts, configuration files, and frontend components as needed.
• Validate software changes on hardware-connected systems.
• Improve logging, error handling, reliability, and supportability.
• Document changes, test results, and troubleshooting steps.
• Support release preparation, version updates, and deployment activities.
• Perform other duties as required.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree