Hartzell is proud to have served the propeller needs of the general aviation industry for over 100 years. We are deeply committed to continuing and expanding that success with the next generation of General Aviation, Light Sport, Military, and Advanced Air Mobility aircraft. Our mission is to deliver unmatched quality, performance and service to our customers. We are defined by who we are, what we do, and how we show up -- we have a winning spirit, doing whatever it takes to take care of our customers. We're in it together; we trust each other and we work together, not over or around one another. We go for it; we empower all employees and value initiative and leadership at all levels. We are proud but not satisfied, committed to innovation and the continual pursuit of excellence.

What You'll Do

As a Test Lab Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain applications used in the design, testing, and FAA certification of propeller systems. The software includes desktop applications, lab and flight test data acquisition, , data analysis codes, and any support for additional engineering software/hardware needs.  

Key Responsibilities Will Include:

1) Develop and maintain in-house software applications utilizing appropriate coding standards and documentation. 

2) Support Hartzell's engineering test lab personnel in the acquisition and analysis of test data.

3) Assist with hardware troubleshooting of existing DAQ stations.

4) Support Hartzell's engineering team with specialized projects as needed.

What's Required

1) Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.

2) 2+ years of experience writing software applications

What's Preferred

1) Experience using LabWindows/CVI software

2) Experience programming in C, C++, or C#.

3) Experience utilizing common lab instrumentation such as strain gages, thermocouples, RTDs, and telemetry systems.

4) Willingness to embrace a wide range of software application types when developing new solutions, adapting to the unique needs of each project.

5) Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to thoroughly understand project requirements and translate them into clean sheet software solutions.

6) Experience programming and working with robotic technology

7) Experience developing efficient GUI designs

8) Experience working with and interpreting mechanical drawings and engineering schematics.

9) The ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative environment. 

Requirements

 *Required Behavioral Competencies *

1) Adaptability -- Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.

2) Continuous Learning - Demonstrated ability to learn continuously and apply newly gained knowledge and skill on the job.

3) Contributes to Team Success -- Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

4) Customer Focus -- Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships.

5) Innovation -- Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.

6) Manages Work -- Effectively manages one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.