Elliott Aviation and Prizm Lighting is looking for a software engineer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions for advanced aircraft lighting systems, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards and improving system efficiency.
Requirements
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Java.
- Experience in the aviation or aerospace industry preferred.
- Knowledge of lighting control systems, PLC programming, or SCADA systems.
- Familiarity with DO-178C or other aviation software certification standards.
- Experience with cloud-based monitoring systems and IoT integration.
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and microcontroller programming.
- Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, Ethernet).
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and test embedded and application-level software for aircraft lighting control systems.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with lighting hardware, sensors, and control units.
- Ensure all software meets FAA, ICAO, and other relevant aviation safety and compliance standards.
- Provide ongoing support for deployed systems, including troubleshooting, bug fixes, and performance enhancements.
- Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, testing protocols, and change control procedures to ensure traceability, regulatory compliance, and consistent implementation of software modifications through the product lifecycle.
- Participate in research and development initiatives to improve system efficiency, introduce smart lighting features, and explore IoT and AI applications in aviation lighting.
- Design and implement secure, scalable OTA update mechanisms for aviation lighting systems, enabling remote software deployment and configuration across fleets to improve operational efficiency and reduce maintenance downtime.
Other
- Ability to attain & retain AOA badge or Airport requirements
- Valid State Driver’s License for occasional travel
- Ability to work well with others in a team environment, providing input and feedback in a helpful manner.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external partners in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
