Location: Virginia Beach, VARequired Clearance: Secret clearance but must be TS/SCI EligibleCertifications: NoneRequired Education: B.S in Computer Engineering/ Science Aerospace Engineering or applicable engineering or science fieldRequired Experience: Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with degree / 7 years hands-on experience without degree
Description
PingWind is seeking a Software Engineer who is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software applications that support organizational and customer mission objectives. This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions while adhering to established software development methodologies, coding standards, and cybersecurity requirements. The Software Engineer participates in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• Proficient in C, C++, and object-oriented software development methodologies. • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver production-ready software in an Agile development environment. • Extensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path planning, including: Waypoint navigation, Geofencing, Dynamic routing, Obstacle avoidance, Collision detection algorithms • Extensive experience (5+ years) with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control systems. • Experience implementing sensor fusion techniques using technologies such as: Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), Global Positioning System (GPS), Cameras, LiDAR • Experience using QGroundControl for mission planning, execution, and monitoring. • Experience developing graphical user interfaces using the Qt/QML framework. • Familiarity with the MAVLink communication protocol for communication between unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and ground control stations. • Proficient in Python scripting for automation, data analysis, and rapid prototyping. • Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP protocols. • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network communication issues. • Skilled in parsing and reverse engineering complex C++ and Python codebases to identify and resolve software and hardware communication issues. • Experience working with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. • Demonstrated ability to build, compile, and deploy software applications from source code.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
Desired Qualifications
• Master’s Degree
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Vetera