Senior Software Tools Engineer

Aleron
United States, Arizona, Prescott
Apr 10, 2026
Description Job Title: Senior Software tools Engineer Location: Prescott, AZ (100% onsite) Employment Type: Direct Placement Industry: Manufacturing Compensation: $75,000 to $100,000/yr Schedule: Monday-Friday onsite Position Summary: The Software Engineer will design, develop, and implement real-time embedded software for advanced avionics and aerospace products. These include software-defined radios, navigation and communication radios, airborne servers, audio systems, and related technologies. This role involves the full software development lifecycle-architecture and design, coding, debugging, testing and verification, documentation, and support of certification activities. The position may include development of low-level drivers, real-time embedded applications, and customer-facing software tools used to configure and manage avionics products. About the Opportunity: Acara is currently seekinga Senior software tools engineer for our client, a leading organization in the aerospace manufacturing sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while developing your professional expertise. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You'll Do: Design, develop, and maintain real-time embedded and application-level software for aerospace and avionics products. Architect and implement GUI-based customer-facing and internal engineering tools with intuitive, user-friendly interfaces. Develop software using Microsoft .NET technologies including Forms, WPF, and WinUI. Apply established design patterns such as MVVM, MVC, and MVP to ensure scalable and maintainable solutions. Interface application software with hardware devices using RS-232, RS-422, USB, and Ethernet communication technologies. Develop and maintain application installers using tools such as InstallShield. Support DO-178B/C and DO-330 certification and tool qualification activities. Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to define, capture, and document software requirements using industry-standard methodologies (epics, user stories, use cases, and requirements management tools). Provide accurate task estimation, scheduling, and software development metrics. Produce clear technical documentation and participate in design, code, and verification reviews. Job Requirements What You'll bring: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field Minimum of 5 years of experience in software tool architecture and development Strong expertise in C#. Significant experience with C, C++, and Python. Proven expertise in GUI-based application architecture and development. Experience with Microsoft .NET technologies (Forms, WPF, WinUI). Strong understanding and practical application of software design patterns (MVVM, MVC, MVP). Experience interfacing applications with hardware and external devices. Experience developing customer-facing and internal productivity tools. Experience with DO-178B/C tool qualification (DO-330). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to define and document software requirements. What Sets you apart: Minimum 10 years of experience in software tool architecture and development. Experience with real-time embedded software development. Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers. Experience developing applications for mobile platforms (iOS, Android). Experience with cross-platform application development (Windows, Linux, macOS). After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply