Lead Embedded Software Engineer
Phoenix, AZ
Avionics - Surveillance - Engineering /
Full Time Reg | F /
On-site
About Acron Aviation (Avionics - Surveillance):
Acron Aviation designs, engineers, and manufactures certified avionics systems that support safety-critical flight operations across commercial and military aviation. Within Avionics, the Surveillance product line develops and sustains systems that enable aircraft awareness, collision avoidance, and airspace interoperability. Our portfolio includes TCAS, Mode S transponders, ADS-B, TAWS, and integrated surveillance solutions deployed across commercial, military, and rotorcraft platforms. This work is performed in highly regulated environments and demands close collaboration across software, systems, hardware, certification, and program teams throughout the full product lifecycle.
Job Title
Lead Software Engineer - Surveillance
Position Summary
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support for cross-functional teams responsible for developing and testing avionics surveillance systems, products, and services that directly impact aviation safety and operational effectiveness.
In this role, you will design and develop software solutions from concept through certification and field deployment. You will work closely with internal and external customers, regulatory authorities, engineering teams, and program leadership to ensure successful product execution while maintaining compliance with applicable aerospace standards and certification requirements.
This position requires strong technical leadership, software development expertise, and the ability to influence engineering direction across multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
Interface with project leadership on all aspects of the software lifecycle and represent the organization during customer meetings and technical reviews
Provide technical leadership for software development activities while ensuring compliance with DO-178C and other applicable aerospace standards
Serve as a primary technical authority for software-related TSO activities, supporting certification efforts and regulatory compliance
Drive and support continuous process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, scalability, and engineering effectiveness
Influence and shape strategies for incorporating emerging artificial intelligence technologies into the software development lifecycle
Lead software estimation activities for new programs and projects while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders
Lead and contribute to red-team investigations for fielded product issues and perform Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities
Support customer and internal audits of software development processes and associated lifecycle data
Mentor and guide engineers while fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth
Represent software engineering in technical reviews, program planning activities, and risk assessments
Anticipate technical challenges, develop innovative solutions, and influence long-term software architecture decisions
Ensure software deliverables support program cost, schedule, quality, and certification objectives
Collaborate across software, systems, hardware, quality, and certification teams to ensure successful product execution
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Significant experience developing safety-critical embedded software within aerospace, avionics, or similarly regulated industries
Experience leading software development efforts and providing technical direction across engineering teams
Experience supporting software certification activities and compliance with aerospace development standards
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Action-oriented, results-driven, self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive issues to root cause
Ability to influence technical direction and collaborate effectively across a matrixed engineering organization
Preferred Additional Skills
Experience developing Displays and Surveillance products such as Transponders, TCAS, TAWS, or related avionics systems
Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems including Green Hills, VxWorks, CentOS, or similar platforms
Experience with C++, Python, Visual Basic, Pascal, or similar programming languages
Experience developing software in Linux environments
Experience with Configuration Management and Change Control tools such as Git, Bitbucket, ClearCase, or ClearQuest
Experience using requirements management tools such as DOORS
Familiarity with next-generation requirements and lifecycle management tools such as Jama
Experience with Agile software development methodologies
Experience implementing DevOps concepts, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Testing practices
Experience with Jenkins and automated build environments
Experience supporting field investigations, corrective actions, and software sustainment activities
Familiarity with AI-enabled engineering tools and software development automation technologies
Equal Opportunity Statement
Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Additional Information:
Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
