Full-time
Lithia Springs, GA
Job description
The Opportunity
We are looking for a skilled and driven Engineering Developer to join our team. As an Engineering Developer, you will be responsible for researching, designing, and implementing complex aviation computational algorithms and data processing tools that power our core flight performance and operations software products.
The ideal candidate will have experience in computational problem-solving, aviation data modeling, and building robust solutions in .NET, PHP, and Swift. You will work closely with aviation engineers, data specialists, and product managers to deliver high-quality, validated solutions that meet regulatory and operational standards.
Office Hours and Location
Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Lone Tree, CO – Onsite
Key Responsibilities and Duties
· Research, design, and implement advanced algorithms for aircraft performance, weight and balance, runway analysis, and other aviation-specific computational areas.
· Develop and maintain robust data processing tools to structure, validate, and optimize aviation datasets, including airport, aircraft, and environmental information.
· Translate ambiguous or limited requirements into well-structured software solutions, determining the most effective methods of implementation.
· Implement aviation domain knowledge into computational workflows, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FAR, EASA, ICAO).
· Collaborate with flight operations experts, software engineers, and data teams to ensure accuracy and real-world applicability of algorithms and tools.
· Build and maintain scalable software modules in .NET, PHP, and Swift, ensuring performance, security, and maintainability.
· Design and document system architectures, algorithm specifications, and data workflows.
· Conduct validation and verification testing of computational tools against regulatory and operational benchmarks.
· Participate in peer reviews, maintain high coding standards, and mentor peers on computational problem-solving best practices.
· Investigate issues, troubleshoot computational anomalies, and implement solutions to ensure reliability and integrity of calculations.
· Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in computational techniques relevant to aviation.
Skills and Qualifications
· At least 3 years of software development experience with strong proficiency in .NET, PHP, and Swift.
· Ability to research and interpret complex aviation regulations, performance standards, and operational requirements.
· Proven experience designing, implementing, and optimizing mathematical models and algorithms for aviation performance calculations.
· Strong background in structuring, validating, and optimizing large aviation datasets.
· Ability to work from incomplete specifications and determine appropriate implementation methods.
· Proficiency in designing modular, maintainable, and efficient computational workflows.
· Experience with rigorous testing methodologies, including validation of algorithms against regulatory requirements.
· Strong collaboration and communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Proficiency with Git-based workflows, automated testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
· Knowledge of secure coding practices and regulatory compliance in aviation-related systems.
· Experience applying AI/ML techniques to real-world software applications beyond conversational interfaces (e.g., data modeling, algorithm optimization, anomaly detection, or predictive analytics).
Preferred Qualifications
· Direct experience in aviation software development, flight performance calculations, or related computational engineering fields.
· Familiarity with aviation data standards (ARINC, IATA, ICAO) and integration with third-party data providers.
· Experience in building performance simulation or flight modeling tools.
· Understanding of numerical methods, optimization techniques, and computational efficiency in algorithmic implementations.
· Exposure to multi-platform deployment with Swift for iOS-based flight tools.
· A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Aircraft Performance Group (APG)
Aircraft Performance Group, LLC (APG) is a flight operations performance engineering firm, established in 1999, that specializes in Runway Analysis, Weight and Balance, and Flight Planning solutions for the airline and corporate flight operations industry. We maintain a current worldwide database of airport information and provide data based on FAR, EASA, and CASA requirements. APG is headquartered in Lone Tree, Colorado. Learn more at flyapg.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
