Calspan JETS is the world’s premier supplier of ground-based testing solutions for the aerospace industry. We deliver highly engineered facilities, electro-mechanical systems, and software specifically designed for jet engine testing.
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team! This position will design, implement, and support of control and automation used for testing.
Why Join Calspan JETS?At Calspan JETS, we foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth. As a member of our integrated team, you'll be an important part of an environment where people are passionate about delivering robust solutions and complex systems. With our 9/80 work schedule available, you will have every-other Friday off! This position is on-site at our newly renovated St. Paul, MN location.
Responsibilities- Support development of test programs in an accurate and efficient manner. Design, develop, and maintain quality test programs as a member of the software team. Utilizing best practice in functional decomposition based in software engineering.
- Collaborate with customer, manufacturer, and engineering team to clarify procedures, test configurations and accomplish on-site installations (including travel)
- Support development of new applications and test tools. Evaluate new technologies for implementation. Conduct research that tests and analyzes feasibility, design, operation, and performances of systems
- Document and develop test domain knowledge for the organization. Add and improve on testing knowledge to continue expertise in areas of: jet engines, wind tunnels, and other data acquisition and control systems.
- Effectively time manage and communicate resource usage to ensure projects stay within schedule and on budget. Maintain records of tools, time, and other work-related efforts during installation for all customer projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
- 7+ years of experience in computer programming or similar industry or;
- A combination of education and experience equivalent to above
- Experience with C++, Java, Labview, Python or similar programming languages
- Familiarity with Linux Systems including configuration, administration, and/or deployment
- Familiarity with Network administration and/or programming in mixed OS environments (Windows and Linux)
- Ability to read wiring diagrams and/or mechanical drawings
- Ability or experience with electro-mechanical systems
- Experience with logic controllers or similar programmable computer devices / resources
- Experience in structural programming, controls, data acquisition, and/or jet engine testing preferred
- Valid Driver’s License
- Valid Passport
- US Person
- Ability to travel up to 30%
Be Calspan
At Calspan, we want you to feel supported from day one. Our team members enjoy affordable, competitive benefits; four weeks of PTO; 10 company holidays; onsite training; and opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and make an impact.
Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.
The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
All candidates must be 18 years of age or older, and eligible to work in the United States without requiring now or in the future Visa Sponsorship.
Salary Range (min)USD $118,000.00/Yr. Salary Range (max)USD $148,000.00/Yr.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- 7+ years of experience in computer programming or a similar industry, or equivalent education and experience
- Experience with C++, Java, LabVIEW, Python, or similar programming languages
- Ability to read wiring diagrams and/or mechanical drawings
- Ability or experience with electro-mechanical systems
- Experience with logic controllers or similar programmable computer devices or resources
- Experience in structured programming, controls, data acquisition, and/or jet engine testing
- Valid driver’s license
- Valid passport
- US Person status
- Ability to travel up to 30%
- Eligibility to work in the United States
What We Do
In order to develop the world’s greatest innovations, our customers must overcome many technical challenges to transform their creative concept, into a commercially viable product. To resolve such roadblocks, innovators within the aerospace, automotive, commercial transportation, and motorsports industries seek out the assistance of Calspan. Through our collaborative and flexible approach, diverse skill sets, and unique assets, we assist these innovators by conducting research, testing, and evaluations that accelerate development and reduce time to market. Calspan's diverse workforce has locations all across the country. The transportation division and main corporate headquarters are located in Buffalo, NY and the headquarters for Flight Operations are located in Niagara Falls, NY. Additional test pilot training locations include Patuxent River, MD, and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The Crash Data Research division has breakout locations in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Michigan, Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Calspan Systems provides RDT&E engineering and manufacturing solutions with sites located in located in Newport News and Hampton, VA, San Diego, CA and Ronkonkoma NY. The ASE team provides a host of aerodynamic solutions located in St. Paul MN.
