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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading software engineering teams within the aerospace sector, focusing on embedded software development, safety-critical applications, and adherence to aerospace development standards. Proficient in mentoring engineers and managing project priorities while ensuring compliance with safety and performance requirements.
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Leadership Experience in Embedded Software DevelopmentStrong Background in OOP and Compiled LanguagesExperience with Agile and CI/CDKnowledge of DO-178C or Similar StandardsSystems Thinking in Software Design
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Hard Skills
Embedded Software DevelopmentObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingADA ProgrammingAgile MethodologiesContinuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)Systems EngineeringRisk ManagementCost Estimation
Soft Skills
MentoringCollaborationCommunicationLeadershipProblem-Solving
Industry Keywords
Aerospace Development StandardsSafety-Critical DomainFlight-Critical ApplicationsSoftware Artifacts ReviewProgram-Level Planning
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesC++
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and inspire a team of software engineers developing flight-critical applications and display solutions
- Set technical direction, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and remove project obstacles
- Mentor engineers on architecture, design, and professional development
- Collaborate with systems, verification, and program teams on integration and delivery
- Oversee planning and review of software artifacts according to aerospace development standards
- Manage resource allocation, hiring, performance evaluations, and succession planning
- Contribute to engineering best practices, process refinement, and continuous improvement
- Support program-level planning, cost estimation, and risk management
- Ensure products meet safety, reliability, and performance requirements in a regulated environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
- Demonstrated professional fluency in English (verbal and written) across all levels of the organization
- U.S. citizenship required
- Leadership experience in embedded software development, ideally in aerospace or safety-critical domain
- Strong systems thinking connecting software design with broader system behavior
- Strong background in OOP and compiled languages (C, C++, ADA)
- Experience with Agile, CI/CD, DSO, DO-178C or similar
- Experience managing priorities across multiple projects and stakeholders
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan including employer matching funds
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions