This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Engineer (C, Python & MATLAB/Simulink) based in India.
This role focuses on designing and developing safety-critical avionics software that powers next-generation aerospace systems. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and architecture design to implementation, testing, and deployment. The position involves working on complex embedded systems where precision, compliance, and reliability are essential. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including systems engineering, hardware, and product management to deliver high-quality aerospace solutions. A strong emphasis is placed on standards compliance, particularly DO-178C, as well as structural testing and verification activities. This is a highly technical leadership role where innovation, rigor, and collaboration directly impact mission-critical aviation systems.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Engineer (C, Python & MATLAB/Simulink) based in India.
This role focuses on designing and developing safety-critical avionics software that powers next-generation aerospace systems. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and architecture design to implementation, testing, and deployment. The position involves working on complex embedded systems where precision, compliance, and reliability are essential. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including systems engineering, hardware, and product management to deliver high-quality aerospace solutions. A strong emphasis is placed on standards compliance, particularly DO-178C, as well as structural testing and verification activities. This is a highly technical leadership role where innovation, rigor, and collaboration directly impact mission-critical aviation systems.
Accountabilities:
- Design, develop, and enhance avionics software using C, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink for safety-critical embedded systems.
- Lead full software development lifecycle activities, including requirements analysis, architecture design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as DO-178C, including verification, validation, and structural coverage analysis.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering, hardware, UX, and product teams to define and deliver solutions.
- Support embedded systems design, software architecture decisions, and system-level integration activities.
- Participate in unit testing, test automation, and debugging of complex avionics software components.
- Use configuration management and lifecycle tools such as DOORS, JIRA, SVN, and JAMA to manage development workflows.
- Identify technical challenges and contribute to scalable, high-quality engineering solutions and process improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.
- 3–6 years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded software development.
- Strong programming expertise in C and Python, with hands-on experience in MATLAB/Simulink.
- Solid understanding of DO-178C standards and verification processes for aerospace software.
- Experience with structural coverage analysis, unit testing, and software validation methodologies.
- Familiarity with embedded systems design, software architecture, and system-level engineering concepts.
- Experience using Agile methodologies and tools such as DOORS, JAMA, SVN, and JIRA.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in technical environments.
- Competitive compensation aligned with senior aerospace engineering roles.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and personal accident coverage.
- Paid vacation and contingency leave along with structured work-life balance policies.
- Employee development programs and learning opportunities in advanced aerospace systems.
- Access to hybrid work arrangements depending on project requirements.
- Additional benefits such as pension schemes, allowances, and employee support programs.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge avionics technologies in a global aerospace environment.
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