Senior Software Engineer

AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries.

AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities.

Summary

The senior software engineer supports custom AIT software solutions for large scale automated aerospace assembly systems for both domestic and international customers. They actively participate throughout the entire project lifecycle—design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, integration, commissioning, and production support. The primary focus is on control system configuration and development, including microprocessor-based servo motion control, heating applications, analog and digital sensors, network communication, and graphical user interfaces.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works on projects throughout the full software development life cycle, including specification, design, programming, implementation, integration, commissioning, and debugging.
• Works in a structured coding environment and participates on projects that involve both software and hardware.
• Programs in Siemens Scripting / Siemens PLC programming (TIA-Step 7) or equivalent / WinCC Advanced / WinCC OA / WinCC Flex.
• Programs in Allen Bradley Scripting / Allen Bradley Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk View ME.
• Configures network administration, TCP/IP, PROFINET, and Ethernet/IP.
• Programs in C/C++/C# for program applications to run in a Windows environment.
• Is a member on cross‑functional teams with mechanical/electrical design, project management, and manufacturing.
• Works directly with the customer to troubleshoot and solve critical problems within the automation system.
• Clearly documents and communicates problems encountered, troubleshooting steps taken, corrective actions, root cause, and next steps.
• Presents information and interfaces with customers and leadership.
• Develops and executes functional software test plan to validate project requirements.
• In training to lead other team members by breaking down requirements into a WBS and delegating development tasks to other engineers and ensuring a uniform technical solution.
• Provides hours budget estimates for tasks.
• Aid Sales and Business Development Department in estimating and conception of new projects/programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Software, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline, and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience and a Master's degree.
• Five or more years programming in C/C++/C#; must be able to program applications to run in a Windows environment.
• Minimum of 3 years experience programming in Siemens Scripting / Siemens PLC programming (TIA-Step 7) or equivalent / WinCC Advanced / WinCC OA / WinCC Flex or programming in Allen Bradley Scripting / Allen Bradley Studio 5000 / FactoryTalk View ME. Advanced knowledge of network administration, TCP/IP configuration, PROFINET configuration, Ethernet/IP configuration.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial automation hardware control system components.
• Field experience with electrical wiring, reading schematics, and troubleshooting electrical issues.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Read and understand drawings and schematics (e.g. electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics). Understands automation, controls, electronics, and electrical equipment/systems. Understands electronics principles and design. Trained in computer programming languages, which may include C, C++, C#, Java, Python, Swift, VBScript, Ladder Logic, SCL and others. Understanding of design, testing, and modification of programs and applications.
• Self-starter, ability to work independently, act and deliver results, and exercise high level judgment in the absence of explicit direction.
• Clear and effective communication skills in both written and spoken forms.
• Learn and apply new concepts quickly and effectively.
• Work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, and contractors.
• Work effectively with different levels of management, team members and customers.
• Possesses required experience, skills, and attributes for assigned level in Professional Development, PLC Controls, GUI Development, Software Development, and Product Knowledge on the Engineering Skills Matrix.

Work Conditions

• Environment: indoors. Production and office environment. Temperature controlled.
• Exposure: no adverse environmental conditions expected.
• Work Hours: standard work schedule; overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, and emergent conditions. Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel Requirements: can involve frequent travel up to 60% of the time.
• Physical Demands: light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds; picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling; prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Security clearance required or ability to obtain one.

ITAR Requirements

• Applicants for employment at AIT must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AIT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. AIT hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that nurtures trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO is the law. | E-Verify