Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Required Clearance: Secret clearance but must be TS/SCI Eligible
Certifications: None
Required Education: B.S in Computer Engineering/ Science Aerospace Engineering or applicable engineering or science field
Required Experience: Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with degree / 7 years hands-on experience without degree
Description
PingWind is seeking a Software Engineer who is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software applications that support organizational and customer mission objectives. This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions while adhering to established software development methodologies, coding standards, and cybersecurity requirements. The Software Engineer participates in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Proficient in C, C++, and object-oriented software development methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver production-ready software in an Agile development environment.
• Extensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path planning, including: Waypoint navigation, Geofencing, Dynamic routing, Obstacle avoidance, Collision detection algorithms
• Extensive experience (5+ years) with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control systems.
• Experience implementing sensor fusion techniques using technologies such as: Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), Global Positioning System (GPS), Cameras, LiDAR
• Experience using QGroundControl for mission planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Experience developing graphical user interfaces using the Qt/QML framework.
• Familiarity with the MAVLink communication protocol for communication between unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and ground control stations.
• Proficient in Python scripting for automation, data analysis, and rapid prototyping.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP protocols.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network communication issues.
• Skilled in parsing and reverse engineering complex C++ and Python codebases to identify and resolve software and hardware communication issues.
• Experience working with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
• Demonstrated ability to build, compile, and deploy software applications from source code.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
Desired Qualifications
• Master’s Degree
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.
www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
· Eleven Federal Holidays
· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
· Parental Leave
· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
· Dental and Vision Insurance
· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
· Continuing education assistance
· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
· Employee Assistance Program
· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
· 529 College Savings Plan
· Legal Insurance
· Pet Insurance
Salary Range
$84-$117k
The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- Secret clearance (must hold active Secret) and TS/SCI eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with degree (7 years without degree)
- Proficiency in C and C++ and object-oriented development
- Experience delivering production-ready software in an Agile development environment
- Extensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path planning (waypoint navigation, geofencing, dynamic routing, obstacle avoidance, collision detection)
- 5+ years experience with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control systems
- Experience implementing sensor fusion using IMUs, GPS, cameras, and LiDAR
- Experience using QGroundControl for mission planning and monitoring
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces using Qt/QML
- Familiarity with MAVLink communication protocol
- Proficient in Python scripting for automation, data analysis, and rapid prototyping
- Strong understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network communication issues
- Skilled in parsing and reverse engineering complex C++ and Python codebases
- Experience working with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
- Ability to build, compile, and deploy software applications from source code
- Master's degree
What We Do
Secure. Modernize. Optimize. PingWind is a CVE certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We combine cybersecurity, information technology, and supply chain services to help our clients secure information, modernize systems, and optimize performance. Visit our webpage at www.PingWind.com for more information.
