Avionics Engineer Jobs
Avionics Engineer jobs are open across defense contractors, commercial aerospace, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in flight control systems, embedded software, and avionics integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Title: Avionics Software Developer - (ADA83/ADA95 & DO-178 Verification)
Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)
Role: Contract
Job description:
Software Development (Primary Focus)
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA83/ADA95
- Perform coding, debugging, and optimization of real-time embedded systems
- Work on low-level drivers, system interfaces, and application software
- Support software integration with avionics hardware platforms
Verification & DO-178 Activities
- Perform requirements-based verification as per DO-178C
- Develop and execute:
- Test cases & procedures
- Test scripts (manual/automated)
- Conduct:
- Unit testing & integration testing
- Structural coverage analysis (Statement, Decision, MC/DC)
- Generate verification artifacts:
- Test reports
- Traceability matrices
- Support verification reviews and certification audits
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processes
- Maintain end-to-end traceability (requirements → code → test)
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and audits
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace
- 6+ years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded software
- Strong experience in both development and verification environments
Mandatory Technical Skills
- ADA83 / ADA95 programming (core requirement)
- Strong embedded C / real-time systems understanding
- Hands-on experience in:
- DO-178B/C verification processes
- Requirements-based testing
- Structural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level A)
Verification Tools Experience
- LDRA / VectorCAST / RTRT / Cantata
- DOORS or equivalent (requirements traceability)
- Coverage tools (LDRA / similar)
Additional Technical Skills
- Debugging tools: Lauterbach, JTAG, GDB
- Configuration management: Git / ClearCase / SVN
- Working knowledge of avionics buses:
- ARINC 429, ARINC 664, MIL-STD-1553
Preferred Experience
- Experience working on legacy ADA codebases and enhancements
- Exposure to Collins Aerospace avionics systems/programs
- Familiarity with CI/CD in embedded environments
Job Title: Avionics Software Developer - (ADA83/ADA95 & DO-178 Verification)
Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)
Role: Contract
Job description:
Software Development (Primary Focus)
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA83/ADA95
- Perform coding, debugging, and optimization of real-time embedded systems
- Work on low-level drivers, system interfaces, and application software
- Support software integration with avionics hardware platforms
Verification & DO-178 Activities
- Perform requirements-based verification as per DO-178C
- Develop and execute:
- Test cases & procedures
- Test scripts (manual/automated)
- Conduct:
- Unit testing & integration testing
- Structural coverage analysis (Statement, Decision, MC/DC)
- Generate verification artifacts:
- Test reports
- Traceability matrices
- Support verification reviews and certification audits
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processes
- Maintain end-to-end traceability (requirements → code → test)
- Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and audits
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace
- 6+ years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded software
- Strong experience in both development and verification environments
Mandatory Technical Skills
- ADA83 / ADA95 programming (core requirement)
- Strong embedded C / real-time systems understanding
- Hands-on experience in:
- DO-178B/C verification processes
- Requirements-based testing
- Structural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level A)
Verification Tools Experience
- LDRA / VectorCAST / RTRT / Cantata
- DOORS or equivalent (requirements traceability)
- Coverage tools (LDRA / similar)
Additional Technical Skills
- Debugging tools: Lauterbach, JTAG, GDB
- Configuration management: Git / ClearCase / SVN
- Working knowledge of avionics buses:
- ARINC 429, ARINC 664, MIL-STD-1553
Preferred Experience
- Experience working on legacy ADA codebases and enhancements
- Exposure to Collins Aerospace avionics systems/programs
- Familiarity with CI/CD in embedded environments
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Who's Hiring
- Blue Origin31
- Collins Aerospace18
- Lockheed Martin7
- Honeywell Aerospace6
- Gulfstream Aerospace6
Top Industries Hiring
- Aerospace & Defense68
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Technology & Software7
- Transportation & Logistics6
- Retail4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in avionics engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience with avionics systems development under DO-178C or DO-254 standards
- Proficiency in ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, or other avionics data bus protocols
- Active or eligibility for Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- Hands-on experience with avionics bench testing, integration, and verification
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as MATLAB or Simulink
Tips for Your Avionics Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to system types
Call out the specific avionics systems you've worked on, whether that's flight management systems, ARINC 429 data buses, or TCAS. Recruiters and hiring managers scan for exact system names, not general phrases like 'avionics experience.'
List your active certifications prominently
DO-178C software levels, DO-254 hardware assurance, and FAA Airman certificates carry real weight. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they're visible before a hiring manager reads your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists avionics engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by contract type and clearance
Many avionics roles require an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, and some are contract-to-hire rather than direct. Sorting by these filters upfront saves you from advancing in a process that doesn't fit your situation.
Prepare a systems integration scenario for interviews
Avionics interviews frequently include a technical scenario where you walk through how you'd integrate a new LRU into an existing architecture. Practice explaining your verification approach, interface control decisions, and how you'd handle a requirements conflict.
Negotiate against the clearance cost, not just market rate
Employers sponsoring or maintaining your clearance factor that cost into compensation budgets. If you hold an active clearance, that's a concrete asset in salary discussions, not just a checkbox. Bring it up directly when the offer comes.
Avionics Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most avionics engineers?
Blue Origin, Collins Aerospace, and Lockheed Martin are hiring the most avionics engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Washington, California, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Defense primes and commercial aircraft OEMs tend to post the highest volume of roles.
How many avionics engineer jobs are remote?
About 11% of avionics engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on lab and hardware integration work central to most roles. Sub-areas like avionics software verification, simulation modeling, and requirements analysis are the most likely to allow remote arrangements.
How do you become an avionics engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. From there, build hands-on experience with avionics hardware and software through internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles focused on systems integration or testing. Familiarity with aviation standards like DO-178C and DO-254 is often expected early in your career, so pursue training or coursework in those areas as soon as possible.
How do you get hired as an avionics engineer with little experience?
Target roles titled avionics test engineer or avionics integration technician, which are common entry points that build the hands-on system knowledge employers want at the next level. Highlight any senior design projects, lab coursework, or personal projects involving embedded systems, data buses, or RF hardware. Clearance eligibility is also a real differentiator at the entry level, since many junior candidates don't yet have it.
What does the avionics engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your background and clearance status, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering systems knowledge, data bus protocols, and relevant standards. Finalists usually complete an on-site or virtual technical panel with engineers from the team, which often includes a whiteboard or scenario-based problem around integration, fault isolation, or requirements verification. A hiring manager conversation is usually the final stage before an offer.
Where can I find and apply to avionics engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to avionics engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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