Avionics software engineer

Job Title: Avionics Software Engineer

Job Description

The role involves supporting a time-sensitive project where the aircraft uses high-frequency communication to interact with the ground system. The position requires adapting the aircraft system to communicate with a new vendor, replacing the existing transcription method. This includes software distribution and avionics software for various aircraft models such as Airbus and Boeing (737/787/777).

Responsibilities

• Support the transition of aircraft systems to a new vendor for communication.
• Engage in software distribution and avionics software development.
• Utilize high-frequency communication for data transfer within aircraft systems.
• Collaborate on projects involving aircraft models like Airbus, 737, 787, and 777.
• Program using aircraft-specific languages such as Lama, C++, or Embedded C.
• Leverage knowledge of aircraft systems and parameters in development.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in embedded software, C++, and aircraft systems.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Lama and Embedded C.
• Experience with GVSD and aircraft software distribution/loading.
• Aircraft AOC system experience and AOC software customization.
• Experience with AMI software and GBST for AMI customization.
• Knowledge of aircraft manuals such as AMM and IPC.
• Experience in authoring and revising Engineering Orders and Authorizations.
• Ability to manage major projects on schedule.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Bachelor's degree required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as an engineer in aircraft avionics or related fields.
• Experience with FDCF, ACMF, DCMF, etc., preferred.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work model with the opportunity to work from home one day a week. The standard working hours are 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fort Worth,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 2025.

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