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Sr. Software Engineer (Aerospace)

SkyWater Search Partners
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
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  • Posted: March 24,2026
  • Salary: $135,000

A leading avionics innovator in the Midwest is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Technical Lead to drive development of mission-critical aircraft systems. This organization is experiencing rapid growth and is positioned to secure large-scale, multi-year aerospace programs.

This role offers a rare opportunity to own software direction in a highly regulated environment while mentoring a growing engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead embedded software development for avionics systems (C, bare-metal)
  • Own DO-178 processes including requirements, verification, and certification
  • Provide technical leadership to a junior-heavy team
  • Drive architecture, development standards, and execution timelines
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware and production teams

Desired Skills And Experience

  • 6 years embedded software experience - Proven expertise in DO-178 (required) - Strong C programming in embedded/microcontroller environments - Background in aerospace or similar regulated industries - Ability to lead technically in a hands-on environment

Salary : $135,000

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