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Sr F&DT Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$93K - $128K/yr

Preferred Education Master's Degree in an Engineering discipline; Required Experience 7+ years total experience in Static Stress and F&DT analysis with airframe structures Preferred Experience ...

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Sr F&DT Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$93K - $128K/yr

Preferred Education • Master's Degree in an Engineering discipline; Required Experience • 7+ years total experience in Static Stress and F&DT analysis with airframe structures Preferred ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for game developer in Wichita, KS is $97,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,900.00 and $110,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game developer?

To thrive as a Game Developer, you need strong programming skills (often in C++, C#, or Java), a solid understanding of computer graphics, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems, and sometimes certifications in these platforms are commonly required. Creative problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication distinguish top performers in this field. These abilities are crucial for building engaging, technically robust games and collaborating successfully within multidisciplinary development teams.

What is a game developer?

As a game developer, you write the code for video game software. Your code, combined with the work of other developers, brings video games to life on computers and gaming consoles. Your responsibilities are to design core game features and to collaborate with a team of other developers, graphic designers, and artists. Your job duties include game testing, debugging, and production in all aspects of gaming—player character creation, non-player characters, backgrounds, and gameplay. Being a gamer yourself gives you a solid understanding of the importance of game mechanics and storytelling.

What are some common challenges game developers face when working on large team projects?

Game developers working on large team projects often encounter challenges such as coordinating across multiple disciplines (programming, art, design, audio), ensuring clear communication, and managing dependencies between different parts of the game. Balancing creative vision with technical constraints and deadlines can also be demanding. Adapting to shifting priorities and integrating feedback from playtesting are key aspects of the collaborative process, making strong teamwork and flexibility essential in this role.

What does a game developer do?

A game developer is responsible for designing, creating, and programming video games for computers, consoles, or mobile devices. Their work involves coding, testing, and debugging game software, as well as collaborating with artists, designers, and other team members to bring a game concept to life. Game developers may specialize in areas like gameplay programming, graphics, or artificial intelligence, and often use game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine to build their projects.

What is the difference between Game Developer vs Game Designer?

AspectGame DeveloperGame Designer
Primary RoleProgram and build game mechanics, code, and softwareDesign game concepts, storylines, and gameplay experiences
Skills & CertificationsProgramming languages (C++, C#), software developmentCreative design, storytelling, game design tools
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, coding environments, software studiosDesign teams, creative studios, collaborative spaces
Industry UsageUsed across game studios for technical implementationUsed for conceptualization and gameplay design

While both roles are essential in game development, Game Developers focus on coding and technical implementation, whereas Game Designers craft the gameplay experience and story. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration in the gaming industry.

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Software Certification Engineer (Software Verifica

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics

Wichita, KS • On-site

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Job description

COME JOIN MID-CONTINENT!

“Where your work is valued—above-market pay, real work-life balance, and a team that feels like home.”

THE POSITION…

As a Software Certification Engineer, you will provide engineering and technical support in the evaluation and testing of existing and emerging technologies, systems, and capabilities. You will plan and implement the RTCA DO-178C and DO-254 lifecycle processes for avionics, power electronics, and battery systems. You’ll verify complex microcontroller and FPGA designs to achieve coverage of functional and structural aspects. Product areas include cockpit displays and instruments, local and remote sensing, data conversion and storage, lithium battery management, AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion up to 8000W, in-seat power solutions, and various other components needed in aircraft systems. To be successful in this role, you’ll need to provide expert analysis to meet the highest level of safety and reliability, implementing safety-critical software design processes.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF…

  • You have a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or related field
  • You have a minimum of one year of experience with RTCA DO-178C or similar safety-critical software design process.
  • You are proficient in C programming.
  • You have the ability to work directly with target hardware, including lab bench equipment and other tools for debugging and analysis.
  • You are proficient with Microsoft Office.
  • You have strong attention to detail.
  • You are organized, focused and results oriented.
  • You are a problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills.
  • You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF… (but it’s not a deal breaker)

  • You have experience with C#, or Python languages for a PC application software.
  • You have familiarity with VHDL and RTCA DO-254.
  • You have familiarity with formal coding standards and safety-critical design considerations.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT…

  • Create and review design data within the software qualification lifecycle process. Practice safety-critical methods, create plans, requirements, design standards, coding standards, change tracking and verification, formal and functional verification
  • Test and troubleshoot prototype and certified code on target hardware. Includes working in a lab bench environment with the necessary test equipment
  • Design embedded software for microcontroller-based systems, as well as PC-based applications for verification and manufacturing
  • Support software design using current tools, design environments and documentation methods
  • Prototype and execute test programs to verify compliance with applicable performance, regulatory, and quality requirements

WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK…

  • We provide competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
  • Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
  • We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right – every time.
  • We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we enjoy an annual food truck fest appreciation day, monthly fruit/donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with incentives, and frequent ticket raffles for local sporting and cultural events.
  • We have a small company feel – even though we’re doing big things!

WHO WE ARE…

Founded in 1964, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics provides superior instruments, avionics and power solutions to the global aerospace community. We operate one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world, and deliver safe and certified products, using innovative technologies and sophisticated clean sheet designs.

At Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, we are committed to quality, service, integrity, and professionalism. Our employees serve the best customers from all over the world in general, business and commercial, advanced air mobility, defense and special missions markets. In this role, you’ll be an important part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Actual compensation offered within the targeted salary range will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.


Compensation details: 70000-110000 Yearly Salary


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