RTK - Senior Software 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 are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our team as a Senior Software Engineer. This position is with a small, established team based in the DFW area, offering a collaborative and relaxed work environment that fosters innovation. If you are passionate about software engineering and looking for an opportunity to work on industry-leading sensor simulation products, we'd love to hear from you. Must be eligible to obtain a US Security Clearance.

The primary workplace for this position is Aechelon Technology's Farmer's Branch, TX location.:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and maintaining application-level software that simulates airborne radar systems and other sensors for use in a variety of training devices. The software is written in the C++ programming language on Windows and Linux platforms.
• Responsible for performing tasks related to the following areas:
• Software Design
• Software Implementation
• Technical Documentation
• Team Collaboration
• Customer Interaction
• Software Integration and Testing
• Task Planning and Schedule Estimating

Experience Required for This Position

• 5+ years of experience in software development using C/C++
• Strong understanding of real-time application programming
• Expertise in cross-platform development (Windows & Linux)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong foundation and mathematics and physics
• Ability to work with export-controlled technology

Desired Competencies

• Technical Expertise:
• Knowledge of radar technology and signal processing
• Experience with OpenGL and graphics application programming
• Background in real-time, multi-processing systems
• Familiarity with tools for geographic data processing (e.g. KML, vector files, digital elevation models, satellite imagery)
• Developmental Tools & Practices
• Experience with defect tracking systems (Bugzilla, Jira)
• Proficiency with configuration management tools (Preforce, Git)
• Ability to write clear and concise technical documentation
• Industry Experience
• Prior experience in training and simulation industry
• Willingness to adapt in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Supervisory Requirements

• None

Required Education, Eligibility and Experience

• B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical field

Additional information

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.