Software Engineer - Garmin Avionics Security Clearance

Salary: $72,000 - 112,000 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or higher in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with unmanaged and object-oriented software languages, configuration management tools, software design languages, and building to or synthesizing requirements.
• Strong C/C++ experience.
• At least two years of industry experience or two years of project experience supported by portfolio examples.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including for documentation and cross-functional collaboration; ability to work in a team.
• Basic math skills, including linear algebra; ability to interpret complex documentation and analyze problems using scientific and logical reasoning.
• Must be eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance if one is required, and able to comply with federally mandated U.S. export control laws.
• Must be able to travel internationally.
• Preferred: experience integrating Garmin avionics into flight simulators, particularly the Garmin G5000H suite.
• Preferred: experience with full-motion training simulators, avionics, Electronic Control Loaders, Instructor Operator Stations, and servers.
• Preferred: experience with TCP and UDP, and serial communication protocols such as ARINC 429, RS-232, and CAN bus.
• Aviation maintenance technical education, such as AEA, A&P, or AMTS, is a plus.
• The role occasionally involves standing, walking, sitting, handling tools or controls, reaching, and lifting or moving office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Modify existing software applications and develop new components and systems according to requirements.
• Define work using requirements and industry-standard methods.
• Unit-test work and follow applicable coding standards.
• Use internal reusable resources and Free Open-Source Software where permitted to control costs and improve productivity.
• Track assigned tasks, status, and completion dates, and work within established cost and schedule targets.
• Apply AVT configuration management processes and follow software configuration management and development policies and procedures.
• Plan, conduct, and document software testing based on customer requirements.
• Contribute to the design and development of software products and applications.
• Travel domestically or internationally as required.
• Support extended hours or modified schedules when needed for special tasks.

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We are AVT Simulation, an Orlando-based systems integration and modeling and simulation company founded in 1998 by an engineer. Our specialized team brings an average of more than 20 years of simulation experience and develops solutions to complex customer problems. This is an in-office software engineering position in Orlando, Florida. We value People First, Mission Excellence, Doing the Right Thing, and Commitment, and support employees through regular events and engagements while working to serve the military and warfighters. The role may involve extended hours or a modified schedule when needed. We are an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and people with disabilities.

last updated 42 week of 2026