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About the Role

Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in designing, developing, and maintaining software for high-fidelity flight and mission simulators, ensuring high reliability and performance to support safe pilot training outcomes. Provide technical oversight for modernizing legacy code bases critical to simulator functionality, guiding the team in implementing enhancements, new features, and optimizations to maintain system stability. Drive the integration of advanced technologies, such as virtual reality (VR) and real-time systems, with legacy platforms, fostering innovation while ensuring seamless functionality for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and project managers, to align software development with simulator hardware requirements and project goals. Manage software development projects using Waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies, balancing structured timelines with iterative sprints to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality solutions. Oversee the development of clean, efficient code in languages like C, C++, Python, or C#, ensuring robust performance in real-time simulation environments. Facilitate code reviews, release planning, and strategic brainstorming sessions, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within a disciplined development process. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges in legacy and real-time systems, guiding the team to ensure simulators meet the highest standards for pilot training in dynamic environments. Make a global impact by leading software solutions that empower pilots and defense personnel to train effectively and return safely from their missions.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in designing, developing, and maintaining software for flight and mission simulators.
Provide technical oversight for modernizing legacy code bases critical to simulator functionality.
Drive the integration of advanced technologies, such as virtual reality (VR) and real-time systems, with legacy platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and project managers.
Manage software development projects using Waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Oversee the development of clean, efficient code in languages like C, C++, Python, or C#.
Facilitate code reviews, release planning, and strategic brainstorming sessions.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges in legacy and real-time systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or technical lead role in the tech industry, overseeing mission-critical or real-time systems development.
Proven leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring teams, driving technical innovation, and delivering high-quality software in high-stakes environments.
Proficiency in C++, C, Python, or C#, with experience leading teams in maintaining legacy code bases or developing real-time/embedded systems.
Expertise in software development for simulation or defense systems, with a strong understanding of integrating modern technologies (e.g., real-time processing) with legacy systems.
Strong project management skills, with expertise in Waterfall and/or Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or higher clearance prior to the start of employment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.
Flexibility to support occasional overtime, weekend work, shift work, and site travel (CONUS).
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Skills

C++
C
Python
C#
Waterfall methodology
Agile/Scrum methodologies
Software development for simulation or defense systems
Integrating modern technologies with legacy systems
Real-time processing
Virtual reality (VR)

Location

Binghamton, NY

Work Type

Onsite
Full-time

Experience Level

8+ years of professional experience in software engineering
3+ years in a leadership or technical lead role

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Salary/Compensations

$153,300-169,500

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally.

About the Company

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.

Equal Opportunity

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.