Staff/Senior Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.   We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.   Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.   Staff: Estimated annual base pay: $113,000 (minimum) - $147,000 (midpoint) - $181,000 (maximum) Senior Staff: Estimated annual base pay: $145,000 (minimum) - $181,000 (midpoint) - $218,000 (maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.   401(k) match (4.5%)  Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)  Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members    12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.   Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire  Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.   Paid parental leave.   Adoption Assistance    Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.   Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life   Member referral bonus   Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending   Voluntary benefits, including:    Home / Auto Insurance discounts   Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave   Summary: The Embedded Software Engineer role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting advanced embedded software systems for aerospace products, with a strong focus on safety-critical development and compliance with standards such as DO-178. In this position, the engineer also serves as a cybersecurity subject matter expert, providing technical leadership on secure software development practices aligned with aerospace guidance including DO-178C, DO-326A, DO-356A, and DO-355. The role includes developing cybersecurity roadmaps, assessing and mitigating risks across software architecture and build pipelines, and supporting certification, supply chain assurance, and future program needs. This position also helps drive technical innovation, mentors other engineers, and contributes to product and process improvements that strengthen the organization’s technical excellence and competitive position. Staff:

Technical Leadership: Guides cross functional teams in developing and implementing scalable software solutions to address complex business challenges. Solution Architecture: Designs and oversees the architecture of software systems, ensuring alignment with best practices and industry standards. Problem Solving: Leads the analysis and resolution of intricate technical issues, utilizing advanced analytical skills to identify innovative solutions. Strategic Advising: Partners with management to interpret business needs and recommend technology-driven improvements to enhance products and processes. Mentorship and Collaboration: Mentors junior engineers and collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts to foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence. Key Skills: Advanced Software Architecture: Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, robust software architectures that address complex business requirements. Cross Functional Leadership: Proven ability to lead and collaborate with