Senior software engineer Jobs in Wichita, KS

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

Responsible for developing software for visual simulation system. Application areas include real time imagegeneration; visual environment and model creation tools; display system design, measurement, and alignment;computer systems and information security. Intermediate Level; continuing development level. Performs morevaried and difficult aspects of the job; may need guidance on job duties; applies learning to recommend optionsto address unusual situations. Works with senior Teammates. Work is observed and reviewed.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develops, supports, and maintains software components, interfaces, features, subsystems, and systemsacross the development cycle.
• As appropriate, applies skills in requirements identification and analysis; software design and construction;software testing and verification; problem identification and resolution; maintenance and troubleshooting;user support and multi disciplinary team collaboration.
• Uses disciplined software development methods, including construction techniques, test methodologies,configuration management, and software tools; uses and contributes to product and process managementinformation systems and documentation.
• Consults with other software and hardware engineers as part of a team. Communicates betweendepartments. Provides reports to management.
• Designs prototypes for new technologies, algorithms, structures, and processes. Conducts research anddevelopment.
• Supports computer system and hardware requirements, integration, and maintenance.
• Remains current on state of the art technologies through technical papers, periodicals, and conferences.
• Exhibits and practices professional and courteous behavior while interacting with both internal and externalcustomers.
• Interacts within a cooperative environment through beneficial behavior, commitment to common goals,contribution to problem solving, communication of ideas and suggestions, and encouragement to otheremployees and departments.
• Accountable for the control and distribution of documents and or equipment subject to export controlrestrictions and the security of FSI materials, projects and business information regarding the methods andtechniques used in the production and usage of FSI products.
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of assigned tasks.
• Able to adhere to a work schedule including prompt and regular attendance. Willingness to work overtimeas necessary.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other applicable technical field; and two years relatedexperience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and expertise for this levelusually results from internal progressive experience. However selection for this position is based on thedemonstrated ability of the person to successfully fulfill the requirements listed.

Minimum Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other applicable technical field; and two years relatedexperience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and expertise for this levelusually results from internal progressive experience. However selection for this position is based on thedemonstrated ability of the person to successfully fulfill the requirements listed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met andor encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Whilethe duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk orhear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee mustoccasionally lift and or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required close vision, distance vision,color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of theJob, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in thework is usually moderate.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Vet / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Cybersecurity Notice : All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.