Embedded Software Engineer - DO-178

As a Embedded Software Engineer - DO-178, you will contribute to the development and verification of embedded software in compliance with DO-178C guidelines for safety-critical avionics systems.

You will work closely with system engineers, software developers, and certification specialists to ensure compliance with aviation safety standards. For this role, we are seeking mid-level to senior engineers with strong expertise in DO-178 V&V activities, particularly testing on target. The position also requires the ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assigned tasks. Candidates must be located within a 1-hour driving distance of Sugar Grove, Illinois.

Responsibilities :

• Engage directly with customers to resolve technical or logistical issues.
• Independently execute according to project plans.
• Collaboratively work with other software and test engineers throughout verification phases of the product development lifecycle.
• Understanding of both open and closed loop testing along Simulation/Unit Testing and Hardware In the Loop (HIL) Testing.
• Perform software verification and validation activities (reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and testing on target hardware)
• Participate in technical reviews and audits
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (systems, hardware, quality, safety)
• Work independently with minimal supervision and drive tasks to completion

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
• Mid-level to senior experience in DO-178 V&V, with a strong focus on testing on target
• Experience in embedded software development
• Good understanding of DO-178C software lifecycle processes
• Experience with C or C++ programming
• Knowledge of software verification activities (unit testing, integration testing, structural coverage)
• Familiarity with requirements management and traceability tools (e.g., DOORS or equivalent) is an asset
• Experience with avionics certification environments is a strong asset
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative engineering environment

CS Group US values diversity in the workplace and encourages women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to apply.

Benefits

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 2% annual retirement benefit opportunity
• Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 6 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance
• Vacation / Sick Time / Bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Spouse / Child Optional Life 
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.