Systems Engineer III

Astronics•Kent, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Astronics Connectivity Systems & Certification (Astronics CSC) designs, engineers, manufactures, and certifies digital in-flight entertainment and cabin management systems for corporate, private, and VIP aircraft. The Systems Engineer III designs, configures, and tests applications for in-flight entertainment and information systems and equipment. The role develops and supports systems for aircraft, including embedded-system interfaces, software applications, and system integration for new product development. It is primarily onsite at the Kent office, five days a week, with occasional travel to customer sites. Flexible start and end times are available, with a choice of five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days plus a half-day Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical program, or an associate degree with relevant experience.
At least 5 years of experience.
Deep knowledge of one or more of C#, C++, and Python.
Deep knowledge of one or more of Linux, Android, iOS, and Windows.
Experience working on complex network-based software projects.
Working knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including HTTP, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, UDP, Layer 2, Layer 3, switching, and routing.
Experience troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining, and improving existing software.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment with quickly changing priorities and requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively with management or clients.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
U.S. citizenship is required; applicants must verify citizenship as a condition of hire.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug test is required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of C++ and object-oriented programming, SQL, web application development, security, and open-source technologies.
Android platform development experience.
iOS application development experience.

Responsibilities

Configure system functions for aircraft.
Develop interfaces and code to control embedded systems that interface with GUIs.
Develop, test, and deploy programs and applications.
Troubleshoot, debug, maintain, and improve existing systems.
Identify, analyze, and resolve system design weaknesses.
Support systems integration for new product development.
Provide multi-layered technical expertise for next-generation initiatives.
Assist other areas in developing and maintaining project timelines.
Support customers remotely and onsite with issues found on aircraft.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Disability and life insurance, plus voluntary life/AD&D, critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Flexible daily start and end times and alternative workweek schedules.
Quarterly profit-sharing incentive program.
401(k) with a 3% company contribution and an additional annual discretionary contribution.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.
Paid time off.
Volunteer Time Off Program.
Paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).