Software Engineering Specialist

Support Aerojet's growing DACS (Divert and Attitude Control System) and TVA (Thrust Vector Actuation) business at the Sacramento site by creation of new DACS and TVA designs.

50%- Develop embedded, simulation, test and verification software for Avionics Control Systems based on Texas Instruments (TI) TMS320 family of DSP and/or Intel Microcontrollers. Work with hard real-time firmware design, RTOS, C programming language and control algorithm development for application in closed loop control systems. Work closely with the Avionics / Project team to assure successful completion of project milestones.

20%- Define and implement software requirements, architecture and design approach, code verification and test planning. Develop test plans and strategies, write test procedures, and analyze test results. Support verification and validation tests of systems and components.

10%- Generate design documentation, specifications and procedures in compliance with software CMMI Level 3 requirements. Participate in team and customer meetings, technical and peer design reviews, and problem solving meetings.

10%- Perform and support analysis, model simulations and testing for various components and modules as required for successful deployment of avionics control systems.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
10%- Support other assignments as required.

BS (MS or higher preferred) Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Physical Science, Mathematics or related scientific discipline and nine years of directly related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience in developing embedded software for DSP based designs for aerospace and defense applications. Must have working knowledge of hard real-time firmware design, RTOS, C programming language and control algorithm development for application in closed loop control systems. Knowledge of and experience in C/C++ development on Windows/Unix type PCs/workstations required. Rational Unified Process (RUP), Visual Source Safe (VSS), Matlab Simulink experience desirable. Knowledge of structured design and object oriented design and analysis beneficial. Working knowledge and experience in software CMMI Model is preferred. Experience in electronics hardware design and testing is desirable. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

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