An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.
Technical Lead Software Certification Engineer - Aviation Garmin International, Inc. - 3.6 Olathe, KS Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Qualifications Quality assurance experience within aerospace industry Systems integration Team leadership Team training Mentoring Aviation Leading team collaboration initiatives Technical training Project leadership Cross-functional communication
Full Job Description Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Certification Engineer - Aviation at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role you will act as a key contributor and/or Lead Certification Engineer in the area of software certification for aviation products. You will direct, audit, and independently approve that aviation article software is developed, documented, and released in a way that complies with all internal software development processes and aviation software standards (RTCA
DO-178B/C
). You will also be responsible for directing software project teams to find and document evidence of compliance, and to address deficiencies as required.
process compliance audits Approve software life cycle data for compliance to RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C, in support of product TSOAs or conformities Serve as significant contributor in the software certification ofavionics, applying extensive technical expertise and analysis in all assigned projects Provide technical input and leadership in software certification tasks of software quality assurance, documentation, and compliance findings Represent software certification group with internal and external customers, other quality groups and certification authorities(FAA, EASA, etc) Manage and prioritize
DO-178B/C
software quality assurance activities Lead analysis of article software issues and errors for root cause in the areas of source code analysis, requirements, testing or processes Lead software improvement efforts through collaboration with software development teams based on root cause analysis and facilitate communication of results to management Suggest, define and document new or improved processes for
DO-178B/C
software quality assurance Lead participation and presentations for internal/external quality or certification audits and respond to issues or findings Lead development and approval of new methods, processes and software certification approaches Lead collaboration and exhibit professionalism in a team environment with other Garmin associates to achieve software certification goals
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or another relevant field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience OR a Master of Science Degree in one of the fields noted above AND a minimum of 8 years relevant experience Outstanding academics (minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA as a general rule) Demonstrates advanced understanding of
RTCA DO-178B/DO-187C
processes and related certification guidance for software Demonstrates proven leadership skills, including experience and/or capability to effectively train and mentor others Relevant experience or training in software quality assurance processes and methodologies for aviation products Demonstrates proficient understanding of software concepts and interfaces for system integration Demonstrates proficient understanding of unit and system certification as they relate to software certification Driven and self motivated with a proven track record in successfully executing projects of any scale or complexity Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality Able to effectively manage time without direction and makes good judgment on priorities and focus areas Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a cross-functional setting with business partners Desirable Qualifications Software DER for RTCA DO-178B/DO-178C or equivalent role in TSO compliance finding for software Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program.
