Senior Advanced Software Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Sr Advanced Software Engineer to join Flight Management Systems (FMS) team supporting the Anthem Next Generation Avionics Program., * Design and develop high-quality FMS software architectures and applications.

• Integrate Flight Management Software for next-generation avionics products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define requirements and specifications.
• Develop software solutions that meet performance, safety, security, and scalability objectives.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Support software integration, testing, and validation in laboratory test environments.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities.
• Support certification and compliance requirements for aerospace software.
• Stay current with industry technologies, best practices, and emerging avionics trends.

This role is ideal for candidates with extensive experience developing Flight Management System software and a strong background in C++, object-oriented design, and aerospace software architecture. You’ll work alongside systems and software engineers to develop, integrate, test, and deliver advanced avionics solutions that meet customer and certification requirements., Candidates MUST have Flight Management Systems (FMS) software development experience.

Applicants should have experience in several of the following FMS functional areas:

• Navigation Database Management
• Flight Planning
• Lateral & Vertical Guidance
• Performance / Trajectory Predictions
• Performance Optimization
• Radio Tuning
• Approach Operations
• Datalink, Bachelor’s Degree in:
• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

• Related STEM field * 8+ years of Flight Management Systems (FMS) software development experience * Strong C++ and object-oriented programming skills * Software architecture and design experience * Agile and/or Scrum development experience * Experience developing complex aerospace or avionics software systems, * Advanced degree in Computer Science or related discipline

• Embedded software development experience
• Multi-core / multi-threaded software development
• Strong understanding of:
• Object-Oriented Analysis & Design (OOAD)
• Software Design Patterns
• Aerospace Software Architectures
• DO-178C software lifecycle experience
• Software Verification & Validation experience
• Experience testing and integrating avionics applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, * Proven Flight Management Systems expertise
• Strong C++ development background
• Aerospace or avionics software experience
• Knowledge of navigation, guidance, and flight planning functions
• Experience working in regulated, safety-critical environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning, If you have 8+ years of Flight Management Systems software development experience, strong C++ skills, and a passion for aerospace innovation, we’d like to hear from you.

• $63.45/hr pay rate
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
• Opportunity to work on Anthem Next Generation Avionics Program
• Exposure to cutting-edge Flight Management and Navigation technologies
• Collaborative team of experienced aerospace engineers
• Opportunity to influence next-generation avionics system development, Join PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the future of advanced avionics and flight management technology.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $63.45 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance