Software Engineer I

Software Engineer I

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Aerospace Central

Location: USA CENTRAL IRVINE CA

Job Family : Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jun 4, 2026

Job ID: 66099

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Researches, analyzes, designs, and tests software parts, processes, or systems to develop new and/or improve core products. Develops and recommends solutions for technical project assignments using fundamental principles of software and electrical engineering disciplines.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction:

__ Has Direct Reports x__ Does Not Have Direct Reports

Interaction is primarily within Parker and core team or cross-functional internal teams.

• Collaborating in a team environment develops assigned portions of design by analyzing specifications and performance requirements. Performs routine design and supports development of assigned software products by applying basic engineering principles and established analytical tools.
• Investigates software product development factors such as software performance, modularity, maintainability, ease of reuse, contractual specification requirements, and change proposals.
• Completes defined technical tasks (e.g. modify product functional specifications, architecture and detailed design; define data elements and structure; analyze and interpret test reports). Develops reports and documentation in response to technical information requests.
• Conducts routine reviews, analysis and/or tests to evaluate software product designs, methods, or processes and completes required technical documentation by applying engineering principles and company standards, and generating reports, procedures, or change proposals as required.
• Provides technical information for review with product engineering and design review teams. Consistently applies established engineering practices, standards, and documentation methods. Contributes to supporting documentation for procedures and technical reports.
• Adopts lean product development and standard engineering development and techniques.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities. Contributes and supports other teams or individuals as needed.
• Bachelor's degree (BS) (or Professional Engineer (PE) certificate) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Professional entry level position. May have limited prior industry experience or have worked with direction in student internship programs.
• Fundamental knowledge of software engineering domain principles, concepts, and techniques.
• General knowledge of industry products, customers, and related legal/regulatory requirements.
• Fundamental knowledge of and use of basic software engineering design and analysis tools.
• Develops familiarity with products and customer specifications and standards applicable to assigned product line or system.
• Ability to communicate status of technical tasks and actions taken with clarity and precision.
• Ability to work with general direction and instruction regarding the scope of assignments; determines the priority and order of assignments; and applies judgment in selecting procedures and techniques.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals and reports. Ability to present findings and information in both formal meetings and informally within and across Parker teams.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Work Authorization:

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $72650 to $121050 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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