Software Development Engineer, Sr

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to join our Shelby team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the planning, design, verification, and overall coordination of safety-certified aerospace actuation applications. This role requires adherence to DO-178C/ED-12C and other customer-specific requirements.

About the Role

Collaborates with other team members to optimize performance and robustness while achieving certification objectives for hardware (DO-254/ED-80), equipment/system (ARP4754), and safety (ARP4761).

Responsibilities

• Performs activities in accordance with DO-178C/ED-12C and other customer-specific requirements.
• Collaborates with the internal process assurance team and external certification-related personnel.
• Works with project leadership to develop project plans/schedules.
• Advises leadership and younger peers on resource needs.
• Oversees the development and implementation of software plans, standards, and infrastructure necessary to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Engages in vendor/supplier and customer discussions related to their tasks and travels as required.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or Software Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience.
• Experience with DO-178C/ED-12C software certification.
• Experience in the development of actuator and motor controllers.
• Software or firmware development experience for embedded (e.g., bare metal) controllers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with knowledge of MS Office and Visio.
• Refined soft skills for coaching/mentoring and working with other team members.
• Excellent analysis and decision-making skills.
• Strong customer interface capabilities and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interact and collaborate with internal and external program management.
• Creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence with the ability to work in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with pre-contract customer discussions, briefing technical capabilities, conducting in-person trade study discussions, including schedule and cost impacts, and shaping technical requirements.
• Review vendor experience and capability to support software development.

Skills

• Familiarity with the use of microprocessors to implement embedded software solutions relevant to motion/motor control and power conversion applications in aerospace environments.
• Interfaces frequently and well with the internal process assurance team and external certification-related personnel.
• Comfortable engaging in vendor/supplier and current/future customer discussions related to their tasks and traveling as required.

Benefits

Includes paid time off, 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing, health and wellness benefits, learning and development opportunities, referral program, competitive pay, recognition, employee stock purchase plan, and an inclusive and supportive culture. Please note that benefits are country-specific and may vary by location.