Senior Software Engineer - HW/SW Integration

Job Title:Senior Software Engineer (HW/SW Integration)

Location: Onsite – US  Huntsville, AL

Salary Range:$123,600 - $175,000 plus bonus eligible

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

This position requires full time onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.

Who we are: Founded in 2004 with locations in Atlanta, GA, Fort Worth, TX, Denver, CO, & Huntsville, AL, Thompson Software Solutions (TSS) is a mission-driven aerospace and defense software and systems engineering company supporting the U.S. military, defense primes, and commercial space partners. We specialize in the development, integration, test, and deployment of safety & mission-critical software systems that power next-generation aircraft, defense platforms, and space technologies. Our team understands what it takes to modernize complex embedded systems while maintaining the rigor, compliance, and reliability required for mission and safety-critical environments.

As a defense-focused company of highly skilled and dedicated engineers, we take pride in solving complex technical challenges that directly impact national security and operational readiness. We partner closely with customers across the military aviation and space domains to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions with portability, sustainability, and long-term mission success in mind.

Description

Thompson Software Solutions is seeking a Senior HW/SW Integration Engineer Lead who is ready to work with a talented team to provide innovative solutions for tomorrow’s problems. This position requires a software engineer to use a wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the software field to develop, integrate, and test software products. The successful candidate will be a member of a high-performing multi-site team and must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, time-management, and interpersonal skills. In this role, you will work independently at times on projects, at other times will be in a collaborative team environment with other software engineers, as well as other program development and deployment teams. 

 Selected applicants will be subjected to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and must maintain eligibility for continued access to classified information throughout their employment as required by the job. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Implement internal data architecture and development activities at the holistic vehicle level​
• Ensure end-to-end data and interface compatibility throughout the system inclusive of external interfaces
• Define and maintain internal messages and data flow through the missile
• Supports external message definition with the Ground Weapons System (GWS).
• Collaborate with FSW, FPGA, and HW teams to drive closure of data architecture and HW/SW integration items
• Support sequence diagram development with architecture team
• Collaborate with FSW, FPGA, and HW teams develop IEIDDs, resolve TBxs, and address system-level gaps
• Assist with any data architecture updates found during hardware testing phases​
• Drive closure of HW/SW integration issues from the design perspective through testing and initial flight as they are identified by the team
• Support relevant interface documentation reviews including internal, SDRL, and CDRL​
• Support HW/SW configuration definition, conops, and parameter management​

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on systems-level development testing and integration.
• SW background with strong systems understanding and knowledge of systems-level hardware
• Ability and desire to work in fluctuating systems engineering environment
• Software background to understand software build needs and requirements
• Experience with ICDs and IDDs to define system requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering high-impact solutions.
• Experience with I&T integration and test. 
• Ability to professionally communicate project status and collaborate on technical solutions with clients and peers
• Active Secret Clearance Required
• Ability to work onsite 100%
• Ability to Travel up to 25%

Sound Exciting? Get in touch today! We have very robust benefits including: 

• Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options 
• 401K with generous employer match 
• Responsible Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays 
• Remote work opportunities based on role 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Career growth and professional development opportunities 

Lynx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and/or expression, or other characteristics or status protected by law.

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