{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"38315fd4f8a18ea74d8d3b76","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/38315fd4f8a18ea74d8d3b76","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/38315fd4f8a18ea74d8d3b76","title":"Software Engineer","description":"Engineer the Technology Behind the Flight Deck: Join Us as a Software Engineer\nDrive Innovation in Aviation Through Advanced Embedded Software Development and Verification\nPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation technology organization to hire a Software Engineer for an exciting consulting opportunity in Cedar Rapids, IA. If you have a passion for embedded software, avionics systems, and safety-critical verification, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on next-generation aviation technology.\nIn this position, you'll contribute to the development and verification of software powering advanced display systems, including display head and touchscreen technologies used in modern aircraft. Your expertise will help ensure software quality, reliability, and compliance with the rigorous standards required for aviation safety.\nPosition Details\nJob Title: Software Engineer\nJob Type: Full-Time Consultant (4-Month Assignment)\nLocation: Cedar Rapids, IA 52498\nSchedule: Monday-Friday, First Shift (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)\nPay Rate: $91.76 per Hour\nYour Impact\nAs a Software Engineer, you'll play a critical role in supporting multiple aviation software programs focused on advanced cockpit display technologies. Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you'll help develop, test, verify, and validate software that contributes to the safety and performance of aircraft systems used around the world.\nWhat You'll Do\nParticipate in daily team meetings to coordinate priorities, progress, and program milestones.\nDevelop requirements-based test cases and test procedures for safety-critical avionics software.\nCollaborate with requirements engineers, software developers, verification specialists, and reviewers to create and approve test artifacts.\nExecute software verification activities in accordance with DO-178C standards.\nPerform low-level software integration and verification, including unit testing activities.\nExecute and debug software tests running on embedded hardware platforms in laboratory environments.\nAnalyze test results, identify issues, and support root cause investigations.\nWork closely with both onsite and global engineering teams, including virtual collaboration with international engineering partners.\nEnsure verification documentation meets quality and certification requirements.\nSupport multiple projects involving:\nDisplay Head Software\nTouch Screen Software\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum of 5 years of relevant software engineering experience.\nExperience with DO-178C DAL A or DAL B Requirements-Based Verification.\nExperience with Low-Level Software Integration and Verification, including unit testing.\nStrong experience developing software in Embedded C++.\nAbility to work effectively in collaborative, cross-functional engineering teams.\nStrong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with DO-178C DAL A or DAL B Requirements Development.\nBachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM discipline.\nExperience within aviation, aerospace, avionics, or other safety-critical software environments.\nFamiliarity with embedded hardware testing and laboratory-based verification activities.\nWhy Join Us?\nShape the Future of Aviation\nYour work will contribute to advanced cockpit display technologies that enhance aircraft performance, situational awareness, and flight safety for pilots worldwide.\nWork Alongside Industry Experts\nCollaborate with highly skilled engineers, verification specialists, and global development teams in a technically challenging and rewarding environment.\nSolve Meaningful Engineering Challenges\nApply your expertise to complex embedded software systems where quality, reliability, and safety are critical.\nExpand Your Technical Expertise\nGain valuable experience working with DO-178C processes, embedded C++ development, avionics software verification, and cutting-edge aviation technologies.\nCompetitive Compensation\nEarn an exceptional rate of $91.76 per hour while contributing to programs that are advancing the future of aerospace innovation.\nBe Part of a Culture of Excellence\nJoin a team that values collaboration, technical growth, innovation, and continuous improvement while supporting engineers in delivering high-quality solutions.\nReady to Take Your Engineering Career to New Heights?\nIf you're an experienced software engineer with a background in DO-178C verification, embedded C++, and safety-critical systems, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the aviation industry.\nApply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in helping develop the advanced avionics technologies that keep the world flying safely.\n\nThis position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.\n\nPay Details: $91.76 per hour\n\nBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\n\nMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply\n\nTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy\n\nThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:\n\nThe California Fair Chance Act\nLos Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance\nLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance\n\nMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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If you have a passion for embedded software, avionics systems, and safety-critical verification, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on next-generation aviation technology.\nIn this position, you'll contribute to the development and verification of software powering advanced display systems, including display head and touchscreen technologies used in modern aircraft. Your expertise will help ensure software quality, reliability, and compliance with the rigorous standards required for aviation safety.\nPosition Details\nJob Title: Software Engineer\nJob Type: Full-Time Consultant (4-Month Assignment)\nLocation: Cedar Rapids, IA 52498\nSchedule: Monday-Friday, First Shift (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)\nPay Rate: $91.76 per Hour\nYour Impact\nAs a Software Engineer, you'll play a critical role in supporting multiple aviation software programs focused on advanced cockpit display technologies. 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These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.\n\nPay Details: $91.76 per hour\n\nBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\n\nMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply\n\nTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy\n\nThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:\n\nThe California Fair Chance Act\nLos Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance\nLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance\n\nMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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