Software Engineer, Senior

About the role

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Develops, supports, and maintains software components, interfaces, features, subsystems, and systems across the development cycle.
• Applies skills in requirements identification and analysis; software design and construction; software testing and verification; problem identification and resolution; maintenance and troubleshooting; user support; and multi-disciplinary team collaboration.
• Applies skills in interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams to create software models of physical systems.
• Uses disciplined software development methods, including construction techniques, test methodologies, configuration management, and software tools; uses and contributes to product and process management information systems and documentation.
• Mentors and assists other software engineers.
• Applies skills in document preparation to create customer test and internal/external user guides.
• Applies presentation skills to demonstrate the operation of systems to internal and/or external customers.
• Consults with other software and hardware engineers as part of a team. Communicates effectively between departments.
• Designs prototypes for new technologies, algorithms, structures, and processes.
• Conducts research and development.
• Supports computer system and hardware requirements, integration, and maintenance.
• Develops engineering tools.
• Remains current on state-of-the-art technologies through technical papers, periodicals, and conferences.
• Exhibits and practices professional and courteous behavior while interacting with both internal and external customers.
• Interacts within a cooperative environment through beneficial behavior, commitment to common goals, contribution to problem solving, communication of ideas and suggestions, and encouragement to other employees and departments.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other applicable technical field; and two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other applicable technical field preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 7+ years of related experience in software engineering preferred.
• Experience Utilizing Digital Engineering Tools and Methodologies.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: MBSE tooling and fundamental digital systems engineering process using UML/SysML with tools like (e.g., CATIA Magicdraw, IBM Rational, Enterprise Architect, PlantUML, 3DEXPERIENCE). Requirement management tools (e.g. Jama Connect).
• Experience Working in Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid Environments.
• Solid Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle Models.
• Proven Ability to Translate Requirements into Test Plans, Cases and Scripts.
• Results Driven Mindset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Related Testing Tools (Azure DevOps, Visual Studio).
• Experience Using Cloud Technologies (Azure DevOps).
• Participation in the Scrum Process, Including Stands Ups and Related Activities.
• Successful Ability to Build Positive Partnerships and Work Collaboratively with Cross Functional Business Teams.
• Excellent Organizational Skills, Including Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment, Multitask and Prioritize Workload.
• Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills with the Ability to Interact with All Levels of the Organization.
• SDLC and Test Management Tools: Azure DevOps, Git, etc.
• Strong Geometry and Mathematics Capability, Euclidean Geometry, Matrix Algebra, Vector Math, Calculus, Differential Equations.
• bash, Power Shell, Python, Perl or other scripting experience.
• MS Visual Studio.

Qualifications

• Reading and Using Technical Specifications.
• Lean/Agile Software Development.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee will be regularly required to sit, demonstrate dexterity to handle or feel, speak, and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

FlightSafety International offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling is available based on business needs.

Skills

Knowledge of MBSE tooling and fundamental digital systems engineering process using UML/SysML with tools like (e.g., CATIA Magicdraw, IBM Rational, Enterprise Architect, PlantUML, 3DEXPERIENCE). Requirement management tools (e.g. Jama Connect). Experience working in Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid environments. Solid understanding of software development life cycle models. Proven ability to translate requirements into test plans, cases and scripts. Results Driven mindset. Knowledge of Microsoft related testing tools (Azure DevOps, Visual Studio). Experience using Cloud technologies (Azure DevOps). Participation in the scrum process, including stands ups and related activities. Successful ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross functional business teams. Excellent organizational skills, including ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask and prioritize workload. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization. SDLC and test management tools: Azure DevOps, Git, etc. Strong geometry and mathematics capability, Euclidean geometry, matrix algebra, vector math, calculus, differential equations. bash, Power Shell, Python, Perl or other scripting experience MS Visual Studio Reading and using technical specifications Lean/Agile Software Development

Benefits

FlightSafety International offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling is available based on business needs.

Company Information

FlightSafety International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law. This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.