Software Engineer II

Safran SA

Carson, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,750–$111,180 Per Year
SKILLS
ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Audio Engineering, Aviation Industry, Brand Marketing (Branding), C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Circuit Simulation, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Programming, Control Systems, Debugging Skills, Design Services, Digital Circuit Design, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Diversity, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Electronic Design, Electronics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Engineering, Engineering Change Management, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Green Transportation, High Speed Digital Logic Design, I2C, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, LabVIEW Programming Language, Leadership, Logic Analyzer, MATLAB, Medical Conditions, Microcontroller, Military, Mixed Signal IC Design, Motor Control Systems, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), OrCAD, Oscilloscope, PSPICE, Perl Programming Language, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RS-232, Regulations, Requirements Management, Sales, Scientific Publications, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Simulation, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, State Laws and Regulations, System Architecture, Systems/Internals Programming, Team Player, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Trade Studies, Unit Test, VHDL Hardware Description Language, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Verilog Hardware Description Language, Windows PowerShell, x86 Processors
LOCATION
Carson, CA
POSTED
8 days ago

Software Engineer II

Published 06.18.2026

Company : Safran Cabin Job field : Software Location : Carson , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : First experience Professional status : Employees / Staff Salary range : $70,750-$111,180

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Published 06.18.2026

Job Description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Software Engineer II youll play a pivotal part on our Engineering team. The Software Engineer will be responsible for analysis, design, development, debugging and modification of embedded control software for electronics applications such as controllers, PFC based 3-phase Active Rectifiers, Motor Control, DC-DC Convertors and AC Drives for harsh and hazardous environments for the commercial aerospace products. The Software Engineer will provide technical support to engineering projects related to water and waste systems and components. Using sound engineering principles, this engineer will work to ensure robust, airworthy designs are attained.

This position contributes to our vision by:

  • Development embedded software for electronics systems and electro mechanical products
  • Control system software requirement development and generates embedded (C or C++) code for controllers, 3-phase Active Rectifiers and Motor Control with on-board digital signal processors
  • Contributes to system design and independently develops subsystem designs that meet the requirements. Considers tradeoffs between requirements, cost and reliability in the choice of a design approach
  • Work with suppliers to review software design. Support software design review activities. Interface with vendors, customers and other departments on technical issues.
  • Executes thorough unit test plans. Reports, analyzes, debugs and corrects anomalies. Integrates with other components, solving problems within and across subsystems, to produce a final products
  • Perform RTCA/DO-178 based process tasks and generate PSAC, SDP, SVP, SCMP, SQAP, SCI, and SAS documents
  • Independently finds or creates solutions to problems requiring research, resourcefulness and creativity
  • Understands, follows, and promotes, ZWWS policies and procedures
  • Process engineering changes in the development of water and waste systems and equipment
  • Utilizes sound technical problem solving to support ongoing projects with support from higher level engineers
  • Documents findings and trade studies
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience -

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in electrical or computer engineering from a recognized ABET accredited institution or equivalent
  • 1 - 5 years of electronics experience with a desire for mixed signal design experience

Physical Demands - While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to move around the office.

Work Environment - The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

Travel - Periodical travel is minimal and may be 5-10 days per quarter

Special Skills & Knowledge

  • Hands on programming skills in programming languages such as C/C++, VHDL/Verilog and/or scripting languages such as Perl/Python or Power Shell
  • Knowledge in embedded systems architecture and programming
  • Programming skills in LabVIEW
  • Programming skills for developing firmware on TMS320F28XX DSP, PIC16XX, MC68XXX or X86 DSPs/Microcontrollers
  • Analytical - Knowledge and understanding of active rectifiers, PFC, inverter and motor control software design.
  • Design - Design knowledge of CAN, ARIN429, I2C, SPI, RS232 software modules
  • Modeling Skills - Ability to use electrical circuit simulation tools such as PSPICE and system level simulation tools such as PSIM/MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Possess a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Ability to communicate and ability to work in a team environment. Remains open to others ideas and tries new things.
  • Hands on experience of using electronics equipment such as programmable power supplies, high speed digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers etc.
  • Design & develop instrumentation capabilities for product electrical parameter characterization and validation
  • Design level understanding of communication protocols such as CAN, ARINC, SPI, RS-232 etc.
  • Experience in aerospace regulations such as RTCA/DO-160/D0-178 and RTCA/DO-254 guidelines
  • Knowledge in major aerospace OEM electronics design guidelines
  • Possess a strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence. Ability to communicate, ability to work in a team environment. Ability to provide leadership to other members of the engineering team
  • Experience in using design/simulation tools such as Altium/OrCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM, PSPICE etc.

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.

Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.

Here, were cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, lets shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Why join us?

US EEO statements:

At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Cabin TA:

  • Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!

The expected salary range for this position is between $70,750-$111,180 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazines "Worlds best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

100,000

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Number of countries where Safran is located

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