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Title: Avionics Software Developer (ADA83/ADA95 & DO-178 Verification)Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)Position type: ContractJob SummaryWe are seeking a hands-on Avionics Software Developer with strong expertise in ADA83/ADA95 programming and DO-178C verification activities. The role requires active contribution to coding, debugging, and verification of safety-critical avionics software, ensuring compliance with certification standards.Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Development (Primary Focus)Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA83/ADA95Perform coding, debugging, and optimization of real-time embedded systemsWork on low-level drivers, system interfaces, and application softwareSupport software integration with avionics hardware platformsVerification & DO-178 Activities Perform requirements-based verification as per DO-178CDevelop and execute:Test cases & proceduresTest scripts (manual/automated)Conduct:Unit testing & integration testingStructural coverage analysis (Statement, Decision, MC/DC)Generate verification artifacts:Test reportsTraceability matricesSupport verification reviews and certification auditsCompliance & QualityEnsure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processesMaintain end-to-end traceability (requirements code test)Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and auditsRequired QualificationsBachelor s/Master s in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace6+ years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded softwareStrong experience in both development and verification environmentsMandatory Technical Skills ADA83 / ADA95 programming (core requirement)Strong embedded C / real-time systems understandingHands-on experience in:DO-178B/C verification processesRequirements-based testingStructural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level A)Verification Tools ExperienceLDRA / VectorCAST / RTRT / CantataDOORS or equivalent (requirements traceability)Coverage tools (LDRA / similar)Additional Technical Skills Debugging tools: Lauterbach, JTAG, GDBConfiguration management: Git / ClearCase / SVNWorking knowledge of avionics buses:ARINC 429, ARINC 664, MIL-STD-1553Preferred ExperienceExperience working on legacy ADA codebases and enhancementsExposure to Collins Aerospace avionics systems/programsFamiliarity with CI/CD in embedded environments