Software Engineer - Application Development

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Pittsburgh, PA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Aerospace
The Role
Develop and maintain C#/.NET desktop applications, libraries, user interfaces, and manufacturing support software for motion-control products. Collaborate with engineers to debug complex issues, implement features, test functionality, document solutions, and support the full software development lifecycle. The role also includes short-term engineering rotations and requires adapting to different technologies and project contexts.
Summary Generated by Built In

Looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in global innovation? Engineer a better future with Aerotech, a global leader in precision motion and automation. Our customers create some of the most innovative products on the planet, from life-saving medical devices to tools for deep space exploration. Our precision motion and automation systems make it all possible. 

Build a lasting, satisfying career at Aerotech, where we foster growth, empower employees and promote from within. You'll find unparalleled opportunities and a company that values your voice. We also provide an extensive total rewards compensation system, including:

  • Bonus payments every 6 months
  • Rich health plans
  • Retirement planning with our 100% company-paid Employee Stock Ownership Trust

If you’re mechanically inclined or technically savvy with a passion for cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.


Position Summary

Designs, implements, and maintains the applications and front-end features/functionality of Aerotech’s motion control software using C#/.NET and related technologies.

Essential Functions
  • Uses various programming languages to design, develop, and maintain desktop software applications and libraries that our customers and employees use to configure, control, and monitor Aerotech’s motion control products.
  • Designs and implements user interfaces, with a focus on user experience.
  • Designs code that interacts with lower levels of the software stack.
  • Designs, implements, and maintains advanced manufacturing support applications.
  • Interacts with engineers in a team environment to debug complex, time-critical problems, implement new features, and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle.
  • Maintains and utilizes knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio, source control, and object-oriented programming concepts.
  • Uses critical thinking skills to debug problems with our products and develop solutions to these problems.
  • Conducts tests to verify the implementation of new features and the proper operation of our motion control products.
  • Provides and reviews technical documentation.
  • Quickly adapts to different technologies and project/product contexts.
  • Thrives in a team environment and works well independently.
  • Ensures our software meets or exceeds Aerotech’s quality standards.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar major from an accredited college or university
  • Zero to five years of relevant work experience
  • Thorough knowledge of an object-oriented (e.g., C#, Java) programming language
  • Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position.  OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.
  • Experience or working knowledge in one or more of the following areas is a plus:
    • UI design or web development
    • WPF, XAML, and MVVM
    • Prism or other UI/application frameworks

As part of our engineer development program, your position will include work experiences (via short-term rotations) in related engineering roles (typically in different departments). Any such rotations will be arranged with your supervisor - aligning your interests with business needs as available.

Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in the future without employer sponsorship.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status. 

The Company is collecting the information requested in this employment application for purposes of evaluating your suitability for hire by the Company.  The Company will share the information that you provide in this employment application only with Company management officials who are involved in the hiring process or who are otherwise involved in making employment-related decisions on behalf of the Company.
Aerotech, Inc. is providing this notice to applicants regarding our use of Automated Decision-Making Technology (ADMT). We use these tools to assist in evaluating job applications and identifying qualified candidates for our open positions.

We utilize ADMT for initial screening purposes through automated "knockout questions" to determine if a candidate meets the minimum mandatory requirements for a role.

You have the right to opt-out of ADMT by applying using the following link: General Application without ADMT

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar major from an accredited college or university
  • Zero to five years of relevant work experience
  • Thorough knowledge of an object-oriented programming language such as C# or Java
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
  • UI design or web development experience
  • Working knowledge of WPF, XAML, and MVVM
  • Experience with Prism or other UI/application frameworks
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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
540 Employees
Year Founded: 1970

What We Do

Aerotech designs and manufactures best-in-class motion control and precision positioning systems for industry, government, science and research institutions.

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