Software Engineer, Journeyman
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Salary$110k – $130k
LocationCalifornia, MD, US
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience6+ yrs
DepartmentSoftware & Systems Development
EquityIncluded
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 22, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required
Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
Active DoD Secret security Clearance
MS Computer Engineering Preferred
Skills
C
C++
Qt
Real Time Operating System
Benefits
Employee stock ownership plan
Health insurance
Paid leave
Retirement plan
Insurance programs
Education assistance
Training assistance
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
About the role
As our next Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation!
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineer, Journeyman, you will:
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Develop software for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics systems.
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Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
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Work with the latest, cutting edge technology
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Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
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Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company
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Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
A week in the life of a Software Engineer, Journeyman includes:
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Design, develop, document, test and debug software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics.
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Confer with systems engineers, aerospace engineers, electrical engineers, developers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
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Integrate hardware / software in our System Integration Lab (SIL)
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Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed autopilot and avionics systems.
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Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
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Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
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Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
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Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.
Qualifications
The qualifications needed for this position include:
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BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required, MS Computer Engineering Preferred
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Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
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Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
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Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
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Active DoD Secret security Clearance
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
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