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