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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer (Ohio) - **Company:** LTA Research - **Location:** Akron, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Embedded C, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Multipoint Control Unit, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulation Software, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Stemming, Software Technical Review, Toolchain, Scripting, Safety Critical Systems, Test Scripts, Gitlab, Build Management, Information Technology, DO-178B - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3f75f025d79742cc ## About the Role Do you have experience in Test validation method?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We are seeking a high energy, passionate Senior Software Engineer to help further the development of software for safety critical systems as well as actively test and validate rapidly developed software on the Airship., * BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. * 7/5 years of experience in a similar Senior Software Engineer role and responsibilities. * Proficient in Real Time Operating System and Embedded Systems based development. * Proficient in C#, C++, RTOS, Python, and Scripting. * Proficient with GitLab based CI-CD software build toolchain and release. * Proficient in common software validation practices and standards. * Detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills. * Self-Starter as well as a Team player, with a can-do attitude and a desire to learn., * Experience with aviation standards such as DO-178C or equivalent industry standards. * Experience working with EE hardware interfaces such as MCU, Communication, Sensors, Actuators, etc. * Experience working with C and/or embedded C. * Experience working with PLC systems and HMI. * Experience in development of UI for cockpit, instrument cluster, equipment. * Basic front-end and back-end software architecture-based development., * Criminal background check clearance * Drug test clearance wherever applicable * Applicant must be able to obtain a NASA Moffett Federal Airfield AOA Badge ## Description LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to help build a revolutionary 'lighter than air' flight vehicle. You will work within a dynamic engineering and design team to plan, conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test and implement innovative solutions for the design, fabrication, and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach to flight systems development with the motto "build a little, test a little, learn a lot". This unique position allows for hands-on leadership through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle., * Lead Capturing and Finalizing Software Requirements in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, pilots, and other cross functional stake holders * Lead and maintain Design of Safety Critical Software for aircraft/airship. * Lead and hands-on with Safety Critical Software Implementation and integration activities. * Develop comprehensive test sets for validation and verification of released software. * Lead root cause analysis of issues stemming from internal and external test activities. * Lead software development in conjunction with other systems to Verify & Validate repeatability and reliability on the Airship meeting quality and timing requirements. * Develop and establish requirements for associated Simulation software. * Create and maintain Simulation software design documentation and test reports. * Lead various levels of Software Releases for various testing and final usage Airship. * Lead Software Change Request, Merge Request, Software Review, etc. activities * Lead Software Engineering project related development activities. * Collaborate with various cross functional teams. * Lead and/or Support training activities. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Multilingual NLP pipeline up and running from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/901-multilingual-nlp-pipeline-up-and-running-from-scratch) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Writing a full-text search engine in TypeScript](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/504-writing-a-full-text-search-engine-in-typescript) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)