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Software Engineering TechnicianAEVEX AerospaceTampa, Florida, United States
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Software Engineering Technician

AEVEX Aerospace
  • US
    Tampa, Florida, United States
  • US
    Tampa, Florida, United States

About

Job Overview Engineering Technician 1 to support a continuing engineering team responsible for maintaining and improving internal software tools used in production, testing, and field support. This role focuses on practical software work: targeted updates, bug fixes, reliability improvements, troubleshooting, and support for hardware‑connected workflows. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail oriented, comfortable with Linux‑based systems, and able to work across scripts, backend services, frontend interfaces, logs, and device tooling.
Essential Functions
Maintain and improve internal software tools used for production and device support.
Implement focused updates, bug fixes, and workflow improvements.
Troubleshoot issues reported by production, engineering, field service, and support teams.
Debug Linux‑based environments, including services, permissions, dependencies, logs, and install scripts.
Modify Python backend code, shell scripts, configuration files, and frontend components as needed.
Validate software changes on hardware‑connected systems.
Improve logging, error handling, reliability, and supportability.
Document changes, test results, and troubleshooting steps.
Support release preparation, version updates, and deployment activities.
Perform other duties as required.
Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with company policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
Familiarity with Linux command line and shell scripting.
Ability to read logs, follow code paths, and troubleshoot software issues.
Comfortable modifying existing codebases.
Strong attention to detail when testing and documenting changes.
Clear communication with technical and non‑technical teams.
Familiarity with REST APIs or backend service development preferred.
Exposure to hardware‑connected software, embedded devices, serial/USB tools, or test equipment preferred.
Familiarity with system services, permissions, package installation, or deployment scripts preferred.
Education / Certifications
Associate degree in engineering or technical field preferred.
Experience
Experience supporting production, manufacturing, test, or field service software preferred.
Basic experience with Python.
Experience using Git for version control.
Experience with Ubuntu or Debian‑based systems preferred.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment.
Security Clearance
Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
Benefits AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage (with a portion of the premiums paid by the company), professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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  • Tampa, Florida, United States

Languages

  • English
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