Avionics Software Engineer II

ENSCO, Inc.
Endicott, NY
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with embedded systems and software testing experience working in avionic systems integration. The role emphasizes on-site collaboration and adherence to DO-178C standards.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with embedded systems and software testing experience in avionic systems integration
    — “software integration and verification for embedded avionic engine and flight control systems”
  • Candidates with a background in working in team environments and on-site lab settings
    — “Work is performed in team environment with on-site and near site opportunities”

Things to consider

  • Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
    — “Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance, for which you must be a U.S. Citizen”
  • REAL ID-compliant identification may be required for access to federal facilities
    — “This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with C, Linux shell scripts, or similar test scripts in your resume
    — “Experience with C, linux shell scripts, or similar software test scripts”
  • Highlight your ability to create formal test procedures and trace requirements
    — “development of formal Requirements Based Test procedures”
  • Showcase your communication skills with examples of teleconference or collaboration work
    — “must be able to communicate effectively in teleconferences with suppliers, clients, and colleagues”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with DOORS and CM systems for requirements tracing
    — “requirements, test procedures, and results will be placed in CM system and traced via DOORS”
  • Include any experience with embedded control systems debugging or simulation testing
    — “Experience with HW/SW debug with embedded control systems”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • develop formal Requirements Based Test procedures
  • trace requirements via DOORS
  • develop software test procedures
  • perform system level testing
Typical background
2+ years experience in software integration and verificationformal requirements and developing software test cases

Skills & requirements

Required

C CodeLinux Shell ScriptsFormal RequirementsSoftware Test Cases And ProceduresHw/sw Debug With Embedded Control SystemsVectorcastGreen HillsDoorsDo-178c StandardsTeleconferences With Suppliers, Clients, And ColleaguesTeam Environments

Preferred

Lab Environment IntegrationEmbedded Software ToolsTest Equipment Script LanguagesConfiguration Systems

Stack & domain

CLinux Shell ScriptsSoftware Test ScriptsFormal RequirementsSoftware Test CasesHw/sw DebugEmbedded Control SystemsVectorcastGreen HillsTest Equipment Script LanguagesPythonConfiguration SystemsGitHubSynergyDoorsVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam EnvironmentsAvionicsSoftware IntegrationVerificationEmbedded SystemsTest ProceduresDo-178c Standards

About the role

Original posting from ENSCO, Inc. via Greenhouse

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

Learn more about ENSCO.

Position DescriptionENSCO Avionics, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer skilled in software integration and verification for embedded avionic engine and flight control systems. Work is performed in team environment with on-site and near site opportunities. The test environment includes VectorCast and Green Hills though similar tool experience will be accepted. Software will be developed using C code or customer-based scripts and run in Lab environment on the test simulation systems. Knowledge of hardware integration and debug will be a plus though not required for the position. Integration will include software emulators and debuggers to control the system down to the lowest level of operation. The position will require the development of formal Requirements Based Test procedures. The requirements, test procedures, and results will be placed in CM system and traced via DOORS to meet DO-178C standards. The position will include a good mix of requirements review, software development, simulation testing, and system level testing in avionic lab environment.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's or equivalent with 2+ years experience

Experience with C, linux shell scripts, or similar software test scripts

Experience with formal requirements and developing software test cases and procedures.

Experience with HW/SW debug with embedded control systems

Excellent verbal communication skills - must be able to communicate effectively in teleconferences with suppliers, clients, and colleagues

Excellent interpersonal skills including working in team environments

Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance, for which you must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this position.

Qualifications Desired:

Experience with Lab environment integration

Experience with Embedded software tools such as VectorCast and Green Hills

Experience with Test Equipment Script languages such as Python

Experience with Configuration systems such as GITHUB, Synergy, and DOORS

Required Certifications: NoneUS Citizenship Required: YesSecurity Clearance Required: Ability to ObtainEmployment Type: Regular Full-timeBackground Check Type: 7 Year Pre-EmploymentDrug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug (Avionics)Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range$66,000—$85,000 USDREAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability

Source: ENSCO, Inc. careers (Greenhouse)

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