Garmin aircraft systems engineer

A Garmin Aircraft Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting the various avionics and aircraft systems that Garmin manufactures. These engineers play a crucial role in ensuring that Garmin's avionics products meet the rigorous standards of the aviation industry, provide excellent performance, and enhance flight safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

System Design and Development:
- Develop avionics systems like GPS, autopilots, flight displays, weather systems, and navigation equipment for various types of aircraft (general aviation, commercial, or military).
- Design and integrate hardware and software to create seamless and reliable avionics systems.
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that avionics systems integrate effectively with aircraft systems.
Testing and Validation:
- Conduct extensive testing on the systems and components to ensure they meet FAA and other regulatory requirements.
- Perform simulations, flight tests, and performance analysis to validate systems before they are released to the market.
Software Development and Integration:
- Develop and integrate the software that controls Garmin's avionics hardware, including navigation algorithms, autopilot controls, and system interfaces.
- Work on real-time operating systems, communication protocols, and data management.
Customer Support and Training:
- Provide technical support to customers, including pilots, flight schools, and aircraft manufacturers, to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Work on documentation, training materials, and provide education for users on how to effectively use Garmin’s avionics systems.
Regulatory Compliance and Certification:
- Ensure systems comply with industry standards such as FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), and other aviation authorities.
- Work with certification bodies to get avionics products certified for use in commercial and general aviation aircraft.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with various teams such as marketing, sales, and manufacturing to provide technical expertise and ensure the product meets market needs.
- Work closely with other engineers (electrical, mechanical, software, etc.) to solve complex engineering challenges.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:
- Typically requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of avionics systems and aircraft architecture.
- Proficiency in programming languages like C/C++, Python, or similar.
- Familiarity with real-time embedded systems and embedded software development.
- Knowledge of communication protocols used in avionics systems (e.g., ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, and CAN bus).
- Experience with avionics testing tools and certification processes like DO-178C (software) and DO-254 (hardware) is highly desirable.
Problem-Solving:
- Strong analytical skills to solve complex engineering problems related to system integration, performance, and reliability.
Industry Knowledge:
- Familiarity with aviation regulations, such as FAA, EASA, and RTCA (Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics).
- Experience with flight dynamics and understanding the unique requirements of aircraft systems.
Communication Skills:
- Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Good teamwork and collaboration skills.
Experience:
- Experience in the aviation industry, particularly with avionics or aircraft systems, is often a requirement.
- Some positions may require experience with specific Garmin systems (e.g., G1000, G3000, etc.).

Work Environment:

Garmin Aircraft Systems Engineers typically work in design and engineering facilities where they have access to simulation equipment, testing rigs, and laboratory environments.
They might also spend time in the field conducting flight tests or working closely with aircraft manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and other external partners.

Being a part of Garmin’s aircraft systems engineering team means working on some of the most advanced avionics technology available today, contributing to the safety, efficiency, and innovation in the aviation industry.

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