Job Title:  Software Engineer

Summary:   

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Software Engineer with 1 year of experience in aerospace embedded software development and verification. The candidate will be involved in the complete software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, embedded C software development, verification and validation activities, configuration management, and defect tracking for safety-critical aerospace applications.

The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience with STM32F Microcontrollers, IAR Embedded Workbench, IBM DOORS, PVCS Version Manager, and Mantis Bug Tracker, along with a strong understanding of aerospace software development processes and DO-178B/C guidelines. The person in this position is expected to be an independent contributor able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced engineering environment.  Strong written and oral communication are essential for status reporting, milestone deliverables, and effectively interfacing directly with team members, customers, and program managers

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

• Develop, modify, and maintain embedded software using C programming language.
• Implement software requirements based on approved aerospace system specifications.
• Perform coding, debugging, integration, and unit testing activities.
• Support software maintenance, issue resolution, and change implementation.
• Ensure compliance with project coding standards and software development processes.

Embedded Systems Development

• Develop firmware for STM32F series microcontrollers.
• Utilize IAR Embedded Workbench for software development, compilation, debugging, and deployment.
• Interface with hardware peripherals and communication protocols such as ARINC 429, UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN.
• Support board-level testing and hardware-software integration activities.

Requirements Engineering

• Analyze and understand Technical Requirement Document (TRD) and Functional Requirement Specifications (FRQ).
• Maintain requirements traceability using IBM DOORS.
• Participate in requirements reviews and change impact assessments.
• Ensure traceability between requirements, design documents, source code, and test artifacts.

Verification & Validation

• Develop High-Level Test Procedures (HLTPs) based on system and software requirements.
• Execute HLTPs and document test evidence and results.
• Review HLTPs to ensure completeness, correctness, and requirements coverage.
• Prepare and review High-Level Test Result Sheets (HLTRS).
• Participate in software verification and validation activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct peer reviews and support audit activities.

Configuration & Change Management

• Manage software artifacts, source code, and project documentation using PVCS Version Manager.
• Support software baselining and release activities.
• Ensure compliance with configuration management and change control processes.

Defect Management

• Report, analyze, track, and verify defects using Mantis Bug Tracker.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Participate in defect review and closure activities.

Process Compliance

• Adhere to aerospace software development processes and quality standards.
• Support project reviews, audits, and certification activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety-critical software development practices.           

Required Technical Skills

Programming & Embedded Software

• Strong knowledge of Embedded C Programming.
• Experience in software design, coding, debugging, integration, and testing.
• Hands-on experience with STM32F Microcontrollers.
• Experience using IAR Embedded Workbench for firmware development and debugging.
• Understanding of embedded software architecture and real-time systems.

Aerospace Domain Knowledge

• Good understanding of aerospace software development and verification lifecycle.
• Experience with:
  • System Requirement Specifications (SRQ)
  • Functional Requirement Specifications (FRQ)
  • Requirements Traceability
  • HLTP Development
  • HLTP Execution
  • HLTP Review
  • HLTRS Preparation and Review
  • Software Verification & Validation Activities

Standards & Processes

• Good knowledge of DO-178B/DO-178C objectives, activities, and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of:
  • Requirements-Based Development
  • Requirements-Based Testing
  • Software Reviews and Inspections
  • Bidirectional Traceability
  • Verification & Validation Processes
  • Software Configuration Management
  • Change Control and Problem Reporting
  • Certification Documentation and Compliance Evidence

• Tools
  • IBM DOORS
  • PVCS Version Manager
  • Mantis Bug Tracker
  • IAR Embedded Workbench
  • STM32 Development Ecosystem

Soft Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise technical documentation, test reports, and review comments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Good presentation and stakeholder communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to independently manage assigned tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Proactive attitude with a continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to participate effectively in technical reviews, audits, and customer interactions.

Educational Qualification    

• Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Computer Science Engineering (OR)
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to avionics or aerospace embedded systems.
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, ARINC 429) and A/D and DAC interfaces.
• Exposure to safety-critical software development environments.
• Experience participating in DO-178B/C projects.
• Familiarity with software review, testing, and quality assurance processes.
• Working knowledge of Tools like DOORS for requirements management, Mantis for issue tracking and PVCS for configuration management

Key Competencies

• Embedded Software Development
• Aerospace Software Verification
• DOORS Requirements Management
• DO-178B/C Compliance
• Configuration Management (PVCS)
• Defect Tracking (Mantis)
• Technical Documentation
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Effective Communication