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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation software engineer in California is $145,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,400.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Aviation Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software systems used in aviation, including flight management systems, avionics, air traffic control, and aircraft simulation. They work with programming languages like C, C++, and Python, ensuring software meets strict safety and regulatory standards. Their role may involve optimizing performance, improving reliability, and integrating new technologies into aviation systems.

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Aviation Software Engineers typically spend their days developing, testing, and maintaining software used in aircraft systems such as flight controls, navigation, or communication systems. They collaborate closely with other engineers, quality assurance specialists, and sometimes pilots to ensure that software meets rigorous safety and regulatory standards. Routine tasks often include writing code, debugging, integrating software with hardware, and participating in code reviews and design meetings. This role requires balancing technical tasks with regular communication to resolve challenges and keep projects on schedule.

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Aviation Software Engineers require strong software development skills, a solid understanding of avionics systems, and typically hold a degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages like C/C++, ADA, knowledge of DO-178C certification standards, and experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) are crucial. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication skills help them collaborate efficiently across multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure the creation of reliable, compliant, and safe software critical for aviation systems.

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Infographic showing various Aviation Software Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $145,592 per year, or $70 per hour.

NAMS2 - Software Engineer

Crown Innovations, Inc.

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Company Description
Crown is a leader in planning and implementing aerospace and advanced transportation services, with a focus on advanced air mobility (AAM). We have more than three decades of experience in developing strategy, exploring concepts, assessing technologies, developing use cases, and projecting economic impacts for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and State Departments of Transportation. We are looking for an exceptional new team member to join our Crown innovators working with companies and government agencies to safely advance aviation's newest frontier. Join our team to pioneer a better, more sustainable future
Job Description
Crown is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to work on the NAMS-2 project in Mountain View, CA to:
  • Develop advanced air mobility applications and micro-services software to meet research objectives and user requirements
  • Improve the advanced air mobility software based on user feedback from integration tests, real-time simulations, and flight demonstrations.
  • Manage and track software development tasks through regular team tag-ups and with the Atlassian tool suite (Confluence, JIRA, and Bitbucket). New features and bug fixes are logged as JIRA issues for resolution by the software team. The engineer audits the JIRA issues to ensure that proper levels of details are included for use in documentation such as software release notes and for the testers of the software.
  • Perform testing, integration, and deployment tasks for collaboration demonstrations involving multiple NASA organizations and aviation partners. Summarize data collection from the demonstration.
  • Create and update DevSecOps automation to configure, build, deploy, and audit the advanced air mobility software for the collaboration demonstration system.

Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in JavaScript and Java.
  • Expertise in software architecture, object-oriented design, and unit testing.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.

Preferred:
  • Relevant experience in GoLang, Grafana, Python, Docker, React, AWS, cloud computing, visualization tools, and Linux.
  • Experience with Atlassian tools such as Confluence and JIRA.
  • Knowledge of advanced air mobility concepts and applications.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools.
  • Experience with microservices architecture and API development.
  • Understanding of agile development methodologies.
  • Experience with real-time simulation systems.
  • Familiarity with aviation industry standards and regulations.
  • Knowledge of data analysis and visualization techniques.
  • Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
    We seek passionate candidates eager to make a real-world impact on millions of Americans. Your work will enhance travel safety and efficiency daily. If making a difference drives you, this is your opportunity.

The salary range is $160,000 to $190,000.
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