Software Engineer (Senior Level)

Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics manufactures certified instruments, avionics and power solutions for the global aerospace industry and operates one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world.

The company’s True Blue Power division is a leader in the design and manufacture of advanced lithium-ion aircraft batteries, USB chargers, inverters and converters.

THE POSITION

As a Software Engineer, you will design avionics, power electronics, and battery systems with an emphasis on embedded software solutions to create compelling new products.

You’ll create unique property to address the growing demand for software-defined behavior. You can expect a variety of opportunities ranging from products for cockpit displays and instruments, local and remote sensing, data conversion and storage, lithium battery management, AC / DC and DC / DC power conversion up to 6000W, and in-seat power solutions.

Our employees serve the best customers from all over the world from general, business and commercial aviation. You’ll be part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF

• You have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
• You have a minimum 10 years of professional experience designing embedded software
• You have ability to work directly with target hardware, including lab bench equipment and other tools for debugging and analysis
• You have proficiency programming in C
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office
• You have strong attention to detail
• You are organized, focused, and results oriented
• You are a problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills
• You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF (but it’s not a deal breaker)

• You have experience designing safety-critical software, utilizing RTCA DO-178C, DO-254 or a similar process
• You have experience with C++, C#, or Python languages for a PC application software
• You have experience programming in VHDL
• You have experience with Design for Manufacture and Design for Test (DFM & DFT)
• You have experience designing or troubleshooting PCB system hardware

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT

• Design and implement embedded C software for bare-metal microcontroller-based systems with an option for VHDL firmware for FPGA-based systems
• Research new components, technologies, and methods to incorporate into new designs
• Design software-based tools to support verification and manufacturing
• Build and troubleshoot hardware, including basic soldering, operation of test equipment, and daily work in both office and test lab environments
• Prototype and execute test programs to verify compliance with applicable performance, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Create and document designs in required formats, including BOMs, ECOs, and work instructions

WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK

• We provide competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while still maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
• We foster a friendly and inclusive workplace in which all employees feel valued, respected, and accepted.
• We are all on the same team. We communicate well with one another.
• We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right every time.
• We have a flat organizational structure which allows for improved collaboration, easier decision-making, and effective communication between leadership and employees.
• We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we have a food truck fest in the summer, monthly fruit / donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with prizes and we sponsor our employees in community walk / run activities.
• We have a small company feel even though we’re doing big things!

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.