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Furientis

Software Engineer, Avionics

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

You will work across hardware, firmware, and real‑time software systems while collaborating directly with electrical, controls, and mechanical engineers. You will own mission‑critical avionics ...

Belcan

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$52 - $96/hr

Avionics Software Engineer contract positions in Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan ... Software Job Duties: · Decompose and trace system requirements down to software high-level and low ...

Belcan

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

Avionics Software Engineer positions in Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan supporting one of ... Software Job Duties: · Decompose and trace system requirements down to software high-level and low ...

Saalex Corp.

$150 - $200/hr

The incumbent is responsible for independently assessing system behavior, data integrity, and software performance, while providing technical leadership in certification efforts, systems engineering ...

Belcan Corporation

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Avionics Software Engineer positions in Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan supporting one of ... Decompose and trace system requirements down to software high-level and low-level requirements ...

Belcan

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$100K - $185K/yr

An Avionics Software Engineer position in Phoenix, AZ 85027 is currently available at Belcan ... to respective system requirements and adherence to DO-178B/C standards. · Design, code, and ...

Furientis

Software Engineer, Avionics

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

You will work across hardware, firmware, and real-time software systems while collaborating directly with electrical, controls, and mechanical engineers. You will own mission-critical avionics ...

Belcan

Avionics Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$52 - $96/hr

An Avionics Software Engineer contract position in Phoenix, AZ 85027 is currently available at ... to respective system requirements and adherence to DO-178B/C standards. · Design, code, and ...

Furientis

Software Engineer, Avionics

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

You will work across hardware, firmware, and real-time software systems while collaborating directly with electrical, controls, and mechanical engineers. You will own mission-critical avionics ...

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How much do avionics software system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for avionics software system engineer in the United States is $138,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $117,500.00 and $158,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Avionics Software System Engineer vs Avionics Software Engineer?

AspectAvionics Software System EngineerAvionics Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related; certifications like DO-178C familiarityBachelor's or higher in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related; similar certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and integrate complex avionics systems within aerospace projectsDevelop and test software components for avionics systems
Industry UsageUsed in aerospace companies, defense contractors, and aircraft manufacturersCommonly employed in aerospace and defense sectors

The Avionics Software System Engineer focuses on designing and integrating entire avionics systems, while the Avionics Software Engineer concentrates on developing specific software components. Both roles require similar credentials and work within the aerospace industry, but their scope and responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Avionics Software System Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,776 per year, or $66.7 per hour.

Avionics Embedded Software Systems Engineer

Long Beach, CA • On-site

Rishabh Software Pvt. Ltd
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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Title: - Embedded Engineer (Avionics Flight Management Systems)
Location: - Long Beach, CA 90808
Duration: - 24 months with the possibility of extension
Client: Avionics Industry
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of avionics software for military aircraft programs. The engineer will contribute to both legacy avionics software and new feature development, working within Flight Management and Mission Computer systems.
The ideal candidate should have strong experience developing embedded real-time avionics software, preferably supporting Operational Flight Programs (OFPs), Flight Management Systems (FMS), or Mission Computers in a DO-178 environment.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, modify, and maintain embedded avionics software.
  • Support both legacy software maintenance and new avionics feature development.
  • Develop software for Flight Management Systems (FMS), Mission Computers, and related avionics subsystems.
  • Implement and enhance Flight Planning, Navigation, Guidance, and Vertical Profile functionality.
  • Analyze system requirements and translate them into software designs and implementations.
  • Perform software integration, debugging, verification, and validation activities.
  • Support hardware/software integration labs and flight simulation environments.
  • Collaborate with systems engineers, test engineers, and program stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities.
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of embedded software development experience.
  • Strong programming experience in C/C++ (Ada experience is highly desirable).
  • Experience developing real-time embedded software.
  • Experience with Operational Flight Programs (OFP).
  • Hands-on experience with Flight Management Systems (FMS).
  • Experience supporting Mission Computer software.
  • Knowledge of avionics communication standards such as ARINC and/or MIL-STD-1553.
  • Experience with Linux/UNIX or RTOS environments (e.g., VxWorks, Integrity).
  • Experience with software integration and testing.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong experience in Flight Planning.
  • Experience implementing or supporting Vertical Profile / VNAV functionality.
  • Experience on C-17 aircraft programs.
  • Experience with DO-178B/DO-178C software development.
  • Experience supporting avionics simulation or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments.

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