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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Belcan
- **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), JIRA, Configuration Management, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Safety, Simulink, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, VxWorks, DOORS (Software), Git, Information Technology, DO-178B
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=16b3aa7407fdc296

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
 * Minimum 3-4 years of experience in a relevant software engineering role.
 * Hands-on experience with the full software development lifecycle in aerospace or a similar safety-critical industry.
 * Strong proficiency in C programming.
 * Experience developing embedded software on real-time operating systems such as VxWorks, LynxOS, or equivalent.
 * Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team environment.
 * Due to the nature of the work performed, U.S. Citizenship is required.
 * Willingness to relocate to Grand Rapids, Michigan., * Familiarity with DO-178C or other safety-critical software development standards.
 * Experience with debugging tools, configuration management systems, and requirement-tracking applications (e.g., DOORS, Git, Jira).
 * Knowledge of avionics systems, propulsion systems, or engine control architectures.
 * Exposure to model-based development tools (e.g., Simulink).
 * Demonstrated leadership skills or experience supporting technical planning.
 * Prior collaboration with external vendors or software suppliers., * Due to the nature of the work performed, U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED. Are you able to comply and show proof of citizenship?

Education:

 * Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

 * Software Engineering: 3 years (Required)
 * C: 3 years (Required)
 * Aerospace Industry : 3 years (Preferred)

## Description

* Capture, analyze, document, and review software requirements, design artifacts, source code, and test procedures.
 * Support the development and management of requirements, design, code, and test baselines throughout the project lifecycle.
 * Implement and maintain embedded software features using C and real-time operating systems such as VxWorks, LynxOS, or similar platforms.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including other engineering disciplines and external software suppliers.
 * Participate in trade studies and technical analyses to support system-level decisions.
 * Assist in planning activities to ensure accurate scoping of technical work.
 * Support the change control process, including change requests, traceability, reporting, and metric generation.
 * Present technical information at internal reviews, program status meetings, and engineering boards.
 * Support issue resolution by working with engineering teams, stakeholders, and customers.
 * Adhere to strict software safety, quality, and certification standards, including DO-178C.