Software Engineer

Join FlightSafety International in Moonachie, NJ for an onsite Software Engineer role focused on building and maintaining software for simulator systems. You will contribute to real-time simulation, aircraft systems and dynamics, interoperability, system design, and information security, supported by a development environment that values disciplined processes and clear documentation. The role is intermediate level and spans more varied and difficult work across the development cycle.

Salary: USD 100,625 - 171,250 per year. Experience: 2+ years preferred. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other applicable technical field, plus related experience or an equivalent combination.

What you’ll do

• Develop, support, and maintain software components, interfaces, features, subsystems, and systems across the development cycle.
• Use skills in requirements identification and analysis, software design and construction, software testing and verification, problem identification and resolution, maintenance and troubleshooting, and user support with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams to create software models of physical systems.
• Apply disciplined software development methods, including construction techniques, test methodologies, configuration management, and software tools, and contribute to product and process management information systems and documentation.
• Prepare customer test documentation and internal or external user guides.
• Demonstrate system operations to internal and/or external customers using presentation skills.
• Consult with software and hardware engineers and communicate effectively across departments.
• Design prototypes for new technologies, algorithms, structures, and processes, including research and development.
• Support computer system and hardware requirements, integration, and maintenance.
• Develop engineering tools.
• Stay current with state-of-the-art technologies using technical papers, periodicals, and conferences.

Schedule and work conditions: Travel, shift work, and special work hours may be required. Overtime may be necessary. The role requires adherence to an accurate time recording process and a constant state of alertness and safe work practices.

Requirements

• Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid environments.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models.
• Proven ability to translate requirements into test plans, test cases, and scripts.
• Results-driven mindset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft related testing tools such as Azure DevOps and Visual Studio.
• Experience using Cloud technologies (Azure DevOps).
• Participation in the scrum process, including stand-ups and related activities.
• Ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams.
• Excellent organizational skills to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• SDLC and test management tools such as Azure DevOps and Git.
• Strong geometry and mathematics capability, including Euclidean geometry, matrix algebra, vector math, calculus, and differential equations.
• Scripting experience such as bash, PowerShell, Python, Perl, or other scripting languages.
• Experience with MS Visual Studio and reading technical specifications.
• Lean/Agile Software Development and understanding of SDLC.

Technologies you may use

• Agile, Waterfall, scrum, Lean/Agile Software Development
• Azure DevOps, Cloud technologies (Azure DevOps)
• Visual Studio, MS Visual Studio
• Git
• SDLC, test management tools
• bash, PowerShell, Python, Perl

Benefits

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• 401k match
• Healthcare coverage
• Broad range of other benefits

Work environment and physical demands

• Regularly required to sit, speak, and hear; and demonstrate dexterity to handle or feel.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration; noise level is usually moderate.

Compliance, export control, and security clearance

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by OFAC.
• This position may involve export-controlled technology or services subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Employment consideration is contingent on ability to comply and qualify as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or obtain export authorization within business timeframes.
• The role may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity notice: Official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. The company will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.