About Acron Aviation (Avionics – Aftermarket):
Acron Aviation designs, engineers, and manufactures certified avionics systems that support safety-critical flight operations across commercial and military aviation. Through our Aftermarket organization, we support operators, OEMs, and maintenance providers by delivering software solutions, product support, lifecycle sustainment, and operational enhancements across a broad portfolio of avionics products. Our teams work closely with customers and engineering organizations worldwide to improve system performance, maintainability, reliability, and customer satisfaction throughout the operational life of our products.
Job Title
Embedded Software Engineer – Aftermarket
Position Summary
We are seeking a Software Engineer to support development of avionics software systems within the Aftermarket product line. This role focuses on designing, developing, and verifying software for ground support and avionics systems.
You will work closely with systems, hardware, and test engineering teams to implement software features, support integration activities, and contribute to verification and validation efforts. Scope and ownership will scale based on experience level, with opportunities to take on increased technical responsibility and leadership over time.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain software for avionics systemsTranslate system and software requirements into working software implementationsSupport software integration with hardware and system-level componentsParticipate in debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of system issuesDevelop software documentation including design artifacts and verification evidenceContribute to software verification activities including test development and executionCollaborate with systems, hardware, and test teams to ensure end-to-end system functionalitySupport continuous improvement of software development processes and practicesParticipate in design reviews and technical discussions across engineering teamsIdentify risks and support mitigation activities throughout the development lifecycle
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field3+ years of engineering experience in software development, coding, software verification, avionics, or related aerospace/defense applicationsExperience in software development within embedded or systems-based environmentsUnderstanding of software development lifecycle processes and structured engineering practicesExperience working with software requirements and design documentationExperience with software testing, verification, or validation activitiesStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environmentEffective communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teamsExperience using automation and AI tools to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiencyDemonstrated continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to evaluate processes and implement more effective ways of workingAbility to adopt and promote automation and AI tools to improve team speed, quality, and execution
Preferred Additional Skills
Experience in avionics or aerospace software development environmentsExperience with C++, Python, Visual Basic, and Qt CreatorFamiliarity with avionics data standards such as ARINC 429, ARINC 717, and ARINC 664Experience with software development involving data decoding, parameter mapping, and engineering unit conversionFamiliarity with standards such as DO-178 or similar regulated development frameworksExperience with embedded systems and hardware/software integrationExperience supporting ground support systems, maintenance applications, or aftermarket software solutionsExperience working within regulated aerospace or aviation environments
Additional Information:
Acron Aviation conducts background checks and other pre-employment screening activities where permitted by applicable law.