ADASI is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer – Avionics Software Development to join our Engineering team. This role is critical in designing, developing, integrating, and verifying mission-critical software systems used in our advanced UAV platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with embedded software development in the aerospace sector and a deep understanding of avionics software certification requirements. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, secure, and compliant avionics systems that support flight control, communications, navigation, and sensor integration.
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Key Responsibilities
- Define and manage avionics software requirements aligned with UAV operational and safety objectives
- Design robust, real-time software architectures for avionics systems (flight control, comms, navigation, etc.)
- Develop embedded avionics software using C/C++ or similar languages
- Integrate and test software using simulations and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) platforms
- Lead software verification and validation activities across unit, integration, and system levels
- Ensure compliance with DO-178C/ED-12C and prepare certification documentation
- Collaborate across systems, hardware, test, cybersecurity, and quality assurance teams
- Participate in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and contribute software technical leadership
- Mentor junior engineers and support process improvements and knowledge sharing
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline (required)
- Master’s degree in Avionics Software, Embedded Systems, or Systems Engineering (preferred)
- Experience: 15+ years in embedded or avionics software development in aerospace/defense sectors
- Experience working on UAV or manned aircraft avionics systems highly preferred
- Strong background in full software lifecycle development and certification efforts
- Certifications (preferred): DO-178C/ED-12C training or certification, INCOSE ASEP/CSEP, Cybersecurity credentials related to embedded systems (e.g., CISSP, GIAC)
Technical Tools
- Languages: C, C++, and embedded software development frameworks
- RTOS platforms and avionics middleware
- Configuration & lifecycle tools: Git, Jenkins, JIRA, DOORS
- Simulation & testing: HIL systems, automated test scripts, integration test benches
- Protocols: ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, Ethernet
Ideal Attributes
- Strong systems-level thinking and avionics domain expertise
- Excellent debugging and root-cause analysis skills
- Detail-oriented and safety-conscious, especially in mission-critical environments
- Confident in stakeholder communication, documentation, and certification support
- Adaptive and collaborative in cross-functional, fast-paced teams
Location
Abu Dhabi, AE
