Software Engineer, Journeyman
American Systems
California, MD · Posted September 22, 2026
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About the job
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
As our next Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation!
Responsibilities
As a Software Engineer, Journeyman, you will:
Develop software for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics systems.
Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed systems.
Work with the latest, cutting edge technology
Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company
Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
A week in the life of a Software Engineer, Journeyman includes:
Design, develop, document, test and debug software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions for aircraft autopilots and associated avionics.
Confer with systems engineers, aerospace engineers, electrical engineers, developers and others to design systems and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
Integrate hardware / software in our System Integration Lab (SIL)
Participate in ground and flight testing of the developed autopilot and avionics systems.
Develop software using C/C++ and the Qt framework.
Develop avionics software in a hard real-time environment.
Develop avionics software in accordance with DO-178C.
Ensure software standards within our AS9100D quality management system are met.
Qualifications
The qualifications needed for this position include:
BS Computer Engineering or Computer Science Required, MS Computer Engineering Preferred
Minimum of 6 years of work experience with C/C++ and Qt.
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the field of aircraft avionics
Minimum of 1 year of work experience with a Real Time Operating System
Active DoD Secret security Clearance
Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status