Software Certification Engineer (Software Verification Engineer)

Job Description

Job Description

ZimZee Recruiting is looking for a Software Certification Engineer to support the development, certification, and verification of safety-critical software and hardware systems for the aerospace industry. In this role, you will provide engineering and technical expertise in the evaluation, testing, and certification of avionics, power electronics, battery systems, and other aircraft technologies. Working within RTCA DO-178C and DO-254 development environments, you will help ensure products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience with RTCA DO-178C or a comparable safety-critical software development and certification process
• Strong proficiency in C programming for embedded systems
• Experience developing, testing, and debugging software directly on embedded target hardware using laboratory test equipment
• Knowledge of software verification, validation, and formal software lifecycle documentation
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Familiarity with RTCA DO-254, FPGA development, or VHDL is preferred
• Experience with C#, Python, or other PC-based application development is a plus

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and maintain software lifecycle documentation, including plans, requirements, design documentation, coding standards, verification procedures, and change management artifacts in accordance with RTCA DO-178C
• Design, develop, test, and troubleshoot embedded software for microcontroller-based systems and PC-based applications supporting verification and manufacturing
• Verify software and hardware functionality through functional and structural testing, including work with prototype and certified target hardware in a laboratory environment
• Support certification activities for avionics, power electronics, battery management systems, cockpit displays, sensing technologies, data conversion and storage systems, and related aerospace products
• Develop and execute test procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, performance, quality, and safety requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to implement safety-critical software design processes and resolve technical challenges throughout the product development lifecycle
• Utilize modern software development tools, documentation practices, and engineering methodologies to support product quality and continuous improvement

ZimZee Recruiting is a full-service recruiting and professional placement firm for both clients and candidates. We are located in Utah and serve both local and national needs. ZimZee Recruiting is passionate about recruiting, and our team members are focused, hardworking, and willing to go the extra mile to help fill a position or a new role for you. Our strong ethics and values provide an unmatched level of satisfaction for everyone involved with our team.

Company Description

ZimZee Recruiting is a full-service recruiting and professional placement firm for both clients and candidates. We are located in Utah and serve both local and national needs. ZimZee Recruiting is passionate about recruiting, and our team members are focused, hardworking, and willing to go the extra mile to help fill a position or a new role for you. Our strong ethics and values provide an unmatched level of satisfaction for everyone involved with our team.\r\n\r\nOur business team is passionate, dedicated and highly motivated to tackle the daily challenges of a fast-growing technology company. We aim to constantly improve our sales and marketing processes to grow at a fast pace.