Software Engineer - Atac

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This role is in Textron System's Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

This position requires the ability to generate or continue the software design and sustainment of modern avionics and radar systems on legacy fighter aircraft and civil aviation aircraft upgrades; resulting in significant aircrew-aircraft interface upgrades to conduct military training to US and its Allies throughout the world. www.atacusa.com

These systems and software upgrades will include integrating capabilities such as Helmet Mounted displays, long range IR and optical systems, electronic warfare systems, air-to-air weapons systems simulators, cockpit integration upgrades, display features upgrades such as video, symbology, secure network data processing, and other extensive legacy avionics modifications. The software integration duties of this position will require a mature knowledge of embedded software for Vehicle Management and Flight Control Computers associated with modern multi-functional displays.

Responsibilities

• Multiple levels will be considered for this position with a minimum of 10 years of electrical power systems and avionics systems software integration experience.

• Familiarity with aerospace design and verification processes to include requirements development and verification, preliminary and detailed design, planning, and testing.

• This position requires the ability to perform formal software development through design of requirements-to-requirements verification with C/C code, Linux, and various toolsets, including licensed software such as Gearbox and Venom.

• The position will require participation in the planning, and management of new aircraft systems upgrades in a modification center environment, regularly interfacing with technicians and mechanics to perform avionic system troubleshooting.

• Build, interface, and test multiple avionics systems in a modular architecture to meet MOSA, Safety, Security, Environmental, EMI and performance requirements while working in a very aggressive schedule framework.

• Create data interfaces for Ethernet, serial and various avionics bus protocols and support throughout the entire software development life cycle from requirements definition to product deployment.

• Interface with Electrical System suppliers via specifications and statements of work, including foreign suppliers and OEMs.

• Collaboration with Textron Engineers as required to include avionics, mission systems, and flight controls software to test and verify that electrical systems meet performance requirements when installed.

• Able to stand up, manage, and run a simulation laboratory (SIL) for the software and electrical integration of various systems such as radar, navigation, communications, secure data links, and air data systems.

• Utilize the SIL for the resolution of issues arising from avionics integration, flight testing, EMI testing, and other operational activities.

• Travel to other ATAC facilities to resolve issues that cannot be simulated at the aircraft modification facilities.

• Interaction with government officials and support personnel at various test facilities could be required.

• Develop trade studies and solutions for Electrical Integration.

• Design and test with embedded DO-178 and DO-331 software processes.

• Support all phases of development through successful design, qualification, integration testing, flight test, certification, and production.

• Analyze and resolve hardware/software integration issues as they arise in the field.

• Familiarity with communication standards such as ARINC 429, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, and Networking (TCP/IP, TSN, DDS).

• Assist engineering during the creation of requirements for alternate onboard equipment such as mission computers.

• Implement new features on existing mission computers such as new video recording capabilities.

• Improve airborne communications radio capabilities and its integration with the cockpit displays.

• Assist in the integration of helmet mounted display and how they interface to existing mission computer and potential aircraft wing mounted missile simulators (i.e., CATM-9M, -9X, etc.).

• Provide software integration support on other platforms beyond the Mirage F1, such as the Hawker Hunter, Aero L-39, and multi-crew commercially available platforms.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills for this Position:

• Software development experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is required.

• Familiarity and working knowledge of various MIL standard protocols such as MIL-STD-1553 and MIL-STD-1760.

• Familiarity with weapon systems integration regarding cockpit controls, display interfaces, pilot interface, communications, and secure link systems.

• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Systems Modeling Language (SysML) experience is desired.

• Familiarity with Fault Hazard Analysis and Fault Tree Analysis.

• Electrical Load analysis experience via MIL-E-7016 is desired; but not required.

• Demonstrated Communication Skills needed to brief top-level management, customers and/or large groups on an occasional-to-frequent basis are required.

• Candidates must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance (Preferred)

• Derive platform and equipment requirements from, and oversee testing in accordance with, DO-160, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-464.

• Understanding of Safety Processes of MIL-STD-882 and ARP-4754/4761.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related science discipline.

• An accredited Master's degree related to the disciplines above is desired, but not a requirement for this position.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Education Assistance

• Career Development & Training Opportunities

• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

• Paid Parental Leave

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