Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer - Air-Ground Datalink Systems (m/f)

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Development Engineer - Air-Ground Datalink Systems (f/m) to join our Avionics Software based in Toulouse, France.

This organization is an in-house avionics equipment and simulators supplier. Engineers in this domain are responsible for the design, the development, the production and the support of critical embedded products (e.g. Flight Controls, Flight Warning, Communication, Maintenance equipment) for all Airbus aircraft.

This organization is also Chamber of Reference on Software and Electronics thanks to accomplished and experienced teams. The scope of activities also extends to other Airbus divisions and partners in some cases.

As an experienced Engineer, you will actively drive and participate in the detailed design, coding, and verification (up to DAL C) of real-time software modules for our Datalink systems. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring full compliance with communication standards (ATN, ACARS, CPDLC), * Essential practical experience using ASN.1 (Abstract Syntax Notation One) to define, encode, and decode complex ATC messages, particularly CPDLC Protocol Data Units (PDUs).

• Develop embedded real-time software following development process from the high-level specification analysis to the integration and the validation on the definitive hardware.
• Ensure end-to-end integration of the software with the target hardware and advanced test benches (Bus Analyzers, Radio Link Simulators, etc.), and validate the real-time performance and reliability of communications.
• Act as the technical Subject Matter Specialist on ATN/ACARS protocols and Data Serialization (ASN.1) to mentor junior profiles within the team and ensure the sustainability of technical know-how.
• Ensure the related support activity: failure report analysis, answer to technical requests.
• Improve the ways of working; bring new design solutions and technologies.
• Define, follow-up and receipt the subcontracted activities and deliverables, in conformity with the subcontracting management rules.
• Manage your activities following the expected schedule, budget and quality.
• Participate to the improvement of the Department performance.

• Practical mastery of ATN and ACARS protocols, including detailed knowledge of ARINC 618 and ARINC 619 specifications.
• Practical experience with Data Serialization (ASN.1) for complex message processing, specifically CPDLC PDUs.

Data Serialization (ASN.1), * In-Depth knowledge and practical experience with ATN and ACARS protocols and architectures

• Mastery of Data Serialization techniques, notably ASN.1 (Abstract Syntax Notation One), and experience processing complex ATC messages (e.g., CPDLC Protocol Data Units - PDUs).
• Familiarity with the technical specifications: ARINC 618 and ARINC 619.

In addition, following skills and exeperience are required :

• Minimum of 5 years of experience (or specify relevant number) in Critical Real-Time Software Development with proven familiarity with the DO-178C certification process.
• Critical Real-Time embedded software development vs certification (DO178-C, DAL-A to E)
• Mastery of the C language for embedded development, including optimization techniques for memory and real-time performance
• Solid experience with Software Engineering practices and tools (including version control, continuous integration, and standard DEVOPS workflows) in a high-integrity development setting.
• Open mind-set, good communication skills and good team working

Follow skills would be additional assets :

• Embedded Security Awareness: Understanding of security challenges related to the integrity, authentication, and resilience of Air-Ground data link communications.
• Security Standards: Familiarity with the objectives of avionics security standards (ED-202A /DO326A & ED-203A/DO356A)
• You are recognized for being a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• An advanced level of English and French is required., This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

• Financial rewards : Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
• Work / Life Balance : Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
• Wellbeing / Health : Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application.
• Individual development : Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert career path, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities. Not a 100% match? No worries ! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions., Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.