Description
SAIC is seeking a highly qualified Software Engineer to join the Aviation Systems Integration Lab (AVNSIL), located within the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) at Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, AL.�
The selected candidate will play a key role in the development and integration of aircraft simulation and stimulation (sim/stim) solutions supporting a variety of aviation platforms and mission systems. This role operates within a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) environment and directly contributes to system integration, testing, and validation efforts.
This position requires a self-starter with a strong technical foundation, a willingness to learn, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced lab environment.
The Software Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following:�
- Develop, integrate, and maintain software supporting aviation simulation and stimulation environments
- Design and implement sim/stim models representing aircraft subsystems, avionics, and data interfaces
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, and test engineers to support full system integration within HWIL environments
- Participate in agile development activities including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
- Perform software testing, debugging, and validation to ensure stable and reliable system performance
- Troubleshoot software and integration issues across lab systems, including hardware interfaces and communication protocols
- Contribute to system and software design efforts, including architecture, interface definitions, and data flow
- Conduct peer code reviews and maintain code quality using established best practices
- Support integration of avionics communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429
- Document software design, functionality, and test results to support maintainability and accreditation efforts
- Provide technical support to users and assist with lab integration events, testing activities, and customer demonstrations
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Qualifications
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree and five (5) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree.�
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Required Clearance:�
- Must possess an active Interim Secret security clearance to start with the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret; US Citizenship required.�
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Required Skills:�
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with team members and customers, including senior personnel
- Proficiency in C++
- Experience with software development, debugging, and testing practices
- Ability to work in an agile or team-based development environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems
- Ability to document code and technical processes clearly
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Desired Skills or Required Certifications:
- Experience with C#
- Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and Atlassian
- Familiarity with RTI DDS
- Experience with LabVIEW
- Familiarity with MATLAB and Simulink
- Experience working with MIL-STD-1553 and/or ARINC 429
- Experience in aircraft simulation, avionics systems, or real-time software development
- Experience with rotary-wing platforms such as UH-60, CH-47, or AH-64
- Experience with Unmanned Systems or Launched Effects
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