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We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.
Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Staff:
Estimated annual base pay: $113,000 (minimum) - $147,000 (midpoint) - $181,000 (maximum)
Senior Staff:
Estimated annual base pay: $145,000 (minimum) - $181,000 (midpoint) - $218,000 (maximum)
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including:
Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
Summary:
The Embedded Software Engineer position focuses on the design, development, testing, and support of sophisticated embedded software systems for aerospace products. This role demands deep expertise in software development tools, safety-critical systems, and adherence to compliance standards such as DO-178. By leading technical projects, mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, and driving innovation in product and process improvements, this position plays a key role in advancing the organization's technical excellence and competitive edge in the aerospace industry.
Staff:
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership: Guides cross functional teams in developing and implementing scalable software solutions to address complex business challenges.
Solution Architecture: Designs and oversees the architecture of software systems, ensuring alignment with best practices and industry standards.
Problem Solving: Leads the analysis and resolution of intricate technical issues, utilizing advanced analytical skills to identify innovative solutions.
Strategic Advising: Partners with management to interpret business needs and recommend technology-driven improvements to enhance products and processes.
Mentorship and Collaboration: Mentors junior engineers and collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts to foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
Key Skills:
Advanced Software Architecture: Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, robust software architectures that address complex business requirements.
Cross Functional Leadership: Proven ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams across multiple disciplines to achieve project objectives.
Complex Problem Solving: Skilled in analyzing intricate technical challenges and developing innovative, effective solutions.
Technical Advisory: Acts as a trusted advisor to leadership on advanced technical projects, providing strategic guidance and best practices.
Project Management: Proficient in managing medium-to-large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
Effective Communication: Capable of conveying complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Analytical Thinking: Utilizes sophisticated analytical methods to evaluate data and inform decision making processes.
Process Improvement: Identifies and implements technology driven enhancements to optimize products, processes, and services.
Strategic Networking: Builds and maintains relationships with senior experts and stakeholders to support project and organizational goals.
Innovative Solution Development: Demonstrates creativity in developing and applying new technologies to address business challenges.
Senior Staff:
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership: Serves as the primary technical expert, providing strategic guidance and direction to engineering teams and senior leadership.
Strategic Planning: Anticipates industry trends and business challenges, recommending and implementing technology solutions that enhance products, processes, and services.
Complex Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves unique, high impact technical issues, leveraging innovative and conceptual thinking to develop effective solutions.
Project Management: Leads and oversees complex, high risk engineering projects, ensuring successful execution and alignment with organizational strategy.
Stakeholder Communication: Communicates complex technical concepts to senior executives and cross functional teams, persuading stakeholders to adopt strategic initiatives.
Key Skills:
Technical Leadership: Provides expert guidance and mentorship in software engineering practices and technologies.
Strategic Planning: Develops and contributes to the long term technical strategy aligned with business objectives.
Complex Problem Solving: Analyzes and resolves unique and intricate technical challenges with broad business impact.
Project Management: Manages high risk, high complexity projects from initiation through successful completion.
Advanced Communication: Articulates complex technical concepts clearly to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Influence and Persuasion: Persuades senior level executives to adopt innovative technical solutions and viewpoints.
Business Acumen: Anticipates industry trends and business needs to inform technology and product improvements.
Innovative Thinking: Develops creative and effective solutions through conceptual and out-of-the-box thinking.
Cross Functional Collaboration: Works seamlessly with diverse teams and subject matter experts across the organization.
Resource Allocation: Directs and optimizes the distribution of resources for various service and product initiatives.
Successful candidates typically have:
Staff:
4year Bachelors BS AND 10+ years equivalent experience
Experience in DO-178
Aerospace is a plus
Senior Staff:
4year Bachelors BS AND 12+ years equivalent experience
Experience in DO-178
Aerospace is a plus
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).
Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.
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