Mission Systems Software Engineer

Job overview

The Mission Systems Software Engineer role is onsite in Seattle, WA, with a salary range of $135,000–$250,000 per year. Shield AI develops intelligent systems intended to protect service members and civilians.

What you'll do

• Develop real-time mission-computing software and architecture for autonomous aircraft systems. Define architecture, interfaces, data flows, deployment models, and resource budgets
• integrate sensors, communications, navigation, autonomy, and other mission components with cross-functional teams. Support design reviews, laboratory and flight testing, verification, system integration, and deployment, while addressing deterministic performance, resilience, safety, and cybersecurity.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mission systems

software engineer

real-time systems

embedded software

software architecture

autonomous aircraft

mission computing

c++

seattle wa

shield ai

full-time regular employee offer package

bonus and equity

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The full-time regular employee offer package includes pay within the listed range, bonus, benefits, and equity.
• Temporary employees have a temporary benefits package applicable after 60 days.

Why this role

The position covers mission-critical real-time architecture from design reviews through lab testing, flight testing, and fielding.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.