Software Developer - UAVs and Aerial Systems

Your new day-to-day

Design and implement, using MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, software and simulators for unmanned and autonomous aircraft (UAVs);
Contribute to the integration and mechanical and electronic assembly of drone platforms as part of laboratory and flight test processes;
Plan, define and operate test campaigns;
Analyze and validate systems using numerical simulations of operational environments, dynamic tests in controlled environments and flight tests;
Design and implement user interfaces on ground control stations and test automation routines;
Model complex physical systems and develop associated simulators;
Conduct research and development studies.

The opportunity to work for a well-established, internationally renowned company recognized for its expertise;
The chance to collaborate with a skilled, passionate, and ambitious team that values rigor, boldness, and innovation;
The joy of living in the Eastern Townships, a region that offers a balanced lifestyle between city, lakes, and mountains;
Three weeks of vacation upon starting your position;
A flexible schedule with the possibility of teleworking;
One full week per year to participate in training or conferences to further your knowledge;
The opportunity to grow, whether in technical expertise, product or project management;
A group insurance plan with a 50% contribution from the employer;
An employer contribution to your personal or group RRSP;
A competitive salary commensurate with your skills and professional experience;
A social committee that organizes various activities for colleagues and families;
Access to an on-site gym reserved for employees (with locker rooms and showers) and indoor bicycle parking.

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, computer, software or aerospace engineering, or equivalent;
Knowledge of (and passion for!) the design, validation and operation of UAVs and airborne systems in general;
Three years' experience in software design and programming, in an aerospace environment;
Knowledge of programming languages (C/C++, Python);
Fluency in written and spoken French and English (as we operate in a bilingual environment, with many international customers and collaborators);
Proficiency in one or more of the following areas : drone operating procedures in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, automatic control theory, navigation, dynamic modeling
Proficiency in the MATLAB/Simulink environment;
Effective communication with colleagues, customers and partners;
Organizational skills, autonomy, rigor and high technical competence;
Ability to manage multiple tasks on different projects at the same time.

Experience with software development, validation and verification processes and tools;
Master or Ph.D.'s degree in a related field relevant to the position;
Pilot's license for unmanned aircraft systems (UAVs) or interest in obtaining it;
Knowledge and experience of software quality best practices (RTCA DO-178B/C and MISRA compliance) and MATLAB Embedded Coder;
Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (or eligible to become a member);
Experience in algorithm design;
Knowledge of Kalman filters;
Experience with space systems.