Lead Software Engineer

Job#: 3046016

Job Description:

Lead Software Engineer

Location: Orlando, Florida (Onsite 5 days a week)

This is a contract to hire.

Must be able to obtain a secret clearance

Role Overview

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our team. This role involves leading the architecture and development of one or more specific Computer Software Configuration Items (CSCIs) within a software solution. You will provide technical decision-making, lead a team of software engineers, and oversee the development of a full-motion flight simulator for the VL60 aircraft. The project includes integrating a Garmin avionics package and working with a partner on the flight simulation module.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 6-10 software engineers, managing software execution and delivery for simulator and Instructor Operator Station (IOS) functionality.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and modification of CSCIs.
• Assign tasks to team members, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to the schedule.
• Lead design and code reviews, moderate technical discussions, and ensure standards and policies are followed.
• Provide status updates and estimates to the Project Manager.
• Integrate the flight module into the simulator environment and ensure all system and customer requirements are met.
• Validate software performance and functionality.
• Coordinate with external contractors on software execution.
• Train and integrate new team members and support the development of existing team members.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.

Experience: 7-13 years of software engineering experience, including experience leading software teams and with the full software development lifecycle.

Technical Skills:

• Strong background in C and C++.
• Experience with simulation development.
• Proficiency in both Windows (60%) and Linux (40%) environments.
• Knowledge of software architectures, design methodologies, and object-oriented coding.
• Familiarity with AGILE/SCRUM methodology.
• Experience with Configuration Management tools such as Atlassian Bitbucket.
• Experience with development environments such as Visual Studio, GNU toolchain, or Eclipse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FAA certification or European aviation certification.
• Background in flight simulation, including full-motion simulator platforms.
• Hands-on experience with simulation systems like Semi Automated Forces (SAF), Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), or Image Generators (IGs).
• Experience with AR/VR/XR and mixed reality simulation environments.

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Employee Type:

FullTime

Location:

Orlando, FL, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

August 12, 2026

Pay Range:

$140,000 - $172,000

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