Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer

Reposted 7 Days Ago
Broomfield, CO
In-Office
112K-140K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Software
Gogo Business Aviation is the leading global provider of inflight connectivity solutions for business aircraft
The Role
The Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer will design and develop software for airborne products, enhance existing components, and test functionality, particularly on Linux platforms. Responsibilities include creating documentation, developing tests, and improving processes within a collaborative environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
We will be accepting applications through October 20, 2025 or until filled.

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As a Gogo Senior Airborne Platform Software Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing and testing production quality software for Gogo airborne products on a Linux platform. You will develop new features, enhance existing software components, and test feature functionality on both existing products and our Next Generation 5G Air to Ground solution. You will be part of an experienced development team that integrates closely with other teams across the company.
Do you want to work with people who are experts in their field and have fun working together?
COME ON BOARD THE GOGO AIRBORNE PLATFORM SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TEAM!

How will you make a difference?

  • Design and develop software features for new products or extend design of existing products, including selection and integration of third-party technologies, particularly open source

  • Create high and low-level design documentation 

  • Conduct design reviews and participate in code inspections

  • Assist in development of automated unit tests

  • Provide estimates for design and feature development

  • Track project stories/tasks, provide status, and ensure stories/tasks are completed on schedule

  • Continually improve design, development, and test processes

  • May participate in establishing and maintaining software build environment and source code repository for assigned projects

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience 

  • 4-7 years of software development experience, preferably in a Linux or embedded systems environment

  • Understanding of Linux networking including routing, iptables, DHCP, and DNS

Required Skills, Experience and Talents

  • Strong application development skills in Linux environments utilizing Python and/or Linux scripting languages, C/C++, and possibly Go

  • Experience as a Software Engineer developing software and utilizing open source packages in data communications and/or telecommunications systems

  • Skilled in Jenkins automation build and test environment

  • Relevant software configuration management and tools skills using Git

  • Knowledge of Linux container concepts, especially Docker related

Preferred Skills, Experience and Talents

  • Experience with 802.11ac wireless networking

  • Understanding of traffic shaping and QoS

  • Has worked with the Agile software development methodology and SAFe framework

  • Avionics and ARINC protocols knowledge

  • Working knowledge of the DO-178C certification process

  • Satellite communication experience

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

Base Pay:

112,000.00 - 140,000.00 USD Annual

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive:

Bonus Plan at 10% (% of Annualized Base Pay)

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program:

Yes

Benefits:

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

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Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.  

The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify (English and Spanish). Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).

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C/C++
Docker
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Go
Jenkins
Linux
Python

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The Company
HQ: Broomfield, CO
650 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Gogo Business Aviation is the world’s leading provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market. We offer a customizable suite of smart cabin systems for highly integrated connectivity, inflight entertainment, and voice solutions – innovations that help people in the air stay fully connected to their work, life and entertainment on the ground.

Gogo created the inflight connectivity revolution, and we continue to be the driving force behind breakthroughs that redefine the inflight experience for business aviation passengers, pilots, and operators, with technologies like our Gogo AVANCE platform, the first 5G network for business aviation, our global broadband solution, and our best-in-class customer service. We do it all: Networks, Systems, Services, and Support.

With a comprehensive product portfolio like this one, Gogo Business Aviation leads the industry in the latest technology and introduces new functionality that has never been created before.

Situated in Broomfield, Colorado, between Denver and Boulder, Gogo Business Aviation is also a world-class company with a working culture to match. At Gogo, our employees are our greatest asset, keeping us innovative and passionate. Our employees contribute to the success of the company while maintaining the flexibility to work towards their own professional and personal goals.

If you are a someone with big ideas that wants to work for an industry-leading aviation technology company, check out our careers website at https://business.gogoair.com/careers/.

Why Work With Us

By working here, you’ll be part of revolutionizing inflight connectivity for the business aviation market alongside top-notch people. Operating as One Team, we are focused on our mission and propelled by our talented group of professionals. Join our team and work on industry-leading projects and make a meaningful impact from day one.

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