Software Applications Engineer

Calspan JETS is seeking a Software Applications Engineer to support the configuration, integration, and field deployment of their Data Acquisition and Control System (DACS) used in jet-engine testing facilities worldwide. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams and clients to ensure reliable and high-performance testing environments for aerospace engine programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support software solutions: Configure, deploy, and maintain Linux-based DACS applications for engine test systems, ensuring seamless operation across data acquisition, control, and instrumentation interfaces
• Troubleshoot complex environments: Diagnose and resolve software, network, or hardware-communication issues during system installation, commissioning, and active test campaigns ensuring reliability and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with controls, software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure software applications meet project requirements and integrate effectively with the DACS environment and facility specifications
• Develop tools and enhancements: Apply scripting and programming familiarity (e.g., Python, C/C++, LabVIEW), to DACS utilities and interfaces to automate testing, data processing, diagnostic workflows, and troubleshooting support
• Engage with customers: Provide on-site and remote support for engine test facilities. Train operators and engineers to understand and optimize DACS functionality
• Document, standardize, and drive continuous improvement: Maintain configuration files, documentation, deployment notes, and gather field insights to drive usability, features, and maintainability improvements in collaboration with software development teams

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or related discipline
• 1-2+ years of experience in software development, integration, or applications support (co-op or internship experience considered)
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, sensors, and control hardware (PLC, PXI, NI, etc.)
• Proficiency with at least one programming language, C, C++, LabVIEW, Python, or similar
• Experience with logic controllers or similar programmable computer devices/resources
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings
• Ability or experience with electro-mechanical systems
• Comfortable working hands-on in a lab or test cell setting
• Valid driver's license & passport (international travel required)
• Must be a US Person
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Experience with Linux environments (Bash, Git, Make/CMake)
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Experience in structural programming, controls, data acquisition, and/or jet engine testing preferred
• Knowledge of communication protocols & analysis (TCP/IP, ARINC 429, MIL-1553, CANBUS, Modbus, Wireshark)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Hospital Coverage
• Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance Policy
• Paid-Time Off
• Company-paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

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