Associate Systems Integration Engineer

About the role

Aechelon Technology, a Shield AI company, is a leading producer of 3D simulator content, including Geospecific visual/sensor databases and realistic 3D models. We seek people who share our passion for real-time computer graphics and commitment to our mission of helping make our Nation's pilots safer. We will give you a chance to work with some of the most talented people in the graphics industry.

We currently have an open position in the Systems Integration Engineering Department for an Associate Systems Integration Engineer. The Associate Integration Engineer is a position that requires a unique blend of both problem solving and software engineering skills. The Associate Systems Integration Engineer is responsible for working with prime contractors and end-users to integrate our industry-leading, Image Generators (IGs) into trainers and simulators. The primary workplace for this position is at customer and end-user sites and supported from a home and/or Orlando based office.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the integration of IGs to simulators and trainers at prime contractor and end-user sites
• Work with customers to meet program requirements and bring IGs to ready for training (RFT) status
• Develop/Modify/Debug Aechelon and customer related software as necessary to meet program requirements.
• Work with Aechelon Program Management (PM) and customers to assess and resolve IG Discrepancy Reports (DRs)
• Interface with Aechelon SW Engineering and Systems Test Engineering teams to help reproduce and resolve runtime bugs
• Provide email and phone support of our IGs and interfaces to prime contractors and end-users

Required Skills and Experience

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical field
• 1-3 years experience in SW development and/or SW integration
• Experience with C and C++ programming
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain a security clearance

Desired Skills/Experience

• MS in Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical field
• Active security clearance
• 3+ years experience in SW development or SW integration for real-time, flight simulators, display systems or similar fields
• Strong C and C++ programming skills
• Experience with OpenGL
• Experience with Qt GUI SDK
• Experience with PC-based IGs (Image Generators)
• Proficiency with scripting languages: VBScript, Python, PowerShell, bash, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio
• Experience with defect tracking systems such as Bugzilla, JIRA, or Mantis
• Experience with Configuration Management (CM) systems such as Perforce or Razor

Software Used

• MS Visual Studio
• Perforce
• Bugzilla and JIRA issue tracking systems
• Microsoft Office

Salary Range

$85,000 - $95,000 USD per year

The above range is specific to FLORIDA and may not be applicable to other locations. The pay scale for this role is between $85,000 - $95,000. Final compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

We seek people who share our company's values of extraordinary commitment to technology, customers and the pursuit of excellence. We will give you a chance to work with some of the most talented people in the simulation and training industry.

Approximately 25-50% travel outside of the office location area is anticipated.

We offer a very attractive compensation package including competitive base salary, company performance-based profit sharing, 401k, medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans.

This position description is not intended to be a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee holding this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be changed or others may be assigned at any time by the Company with notice to the employee.