Sr Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer at AEVEX

Lead the software development team as they create software solutions for AEVEX. Serve as an in‑house expert for managers in other departments and less experienced staff within the Software department. Lead software development projects from gathering user requirements to evaluating feasibility, ensuring project tracking, documentation, and confidentiality of proprietary information.

• Responsible for all aspects of the software development process including requirements, design, implementation, functional test, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including product, data science, and hardware engineering—to translate research concepts into scalable software systems.
• Evaluate new frameworks, tools, and programming languages for potential integration into the tech stack.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and research staff.
• Define software requirements and lead operational and technical projects.
• Develop Embedded Linux microcontroller software applications using C, C++, Python and occasionally other languages (C#, Lua, etc.).
• Embed applications in custom headless devices focused on real‑time performance, including multithreading and time synchronization.
• Rapidly build and deploy moderately complex applications leveraging open‑source Git Hub libraries and APIs.
• Act as a cradle‑to‑grave subject‑matter expert for software developed after completion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis (or in accordance with posted schedule).
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and aligns with company policies.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

• Proficient in software development of microcontroller‑level embedded systems and autopilot development.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and to pivot quickly in a fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Exposure or direct involvement with autopilots such as PX4 and Ardupilot.
• Understanding of GPS, Inertial Navigation, Sensor fusion from a real‑time processing perspective.
• In‑depth knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
• Knowledge and integration of mesh networks (TCP, UDP), including Docker containerization and networking between containers.
• Understanding of configuration, troubleshooting, data analysis, and integration of a wide variety of applications and equipment such as GPS receivers, LiDAR sensors, inertial sensors, network routers, radio modems, meteorological sensors, serial port hubs, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field required; MS preferred.

• 7+ years of software development experience.
• Prior experience developing autopilot systems, ground control stations, or flight simulation software is highly desirable.
• Past experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors development and Linux‑based environments.
• Extensive experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Nvidia Jetson (Orin/Xavier).
• Experience in both military and commercial applications.
• Experience in developing ROS1/ROS2 or other robotics middleware frameworks preferred.

• Frequently required to sit and reach to use computers and other office equipment.

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status…