Overview
On Site
USD 111,700.00 - 131,400.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
SAFE
Optimization
Virtual Reality
Legacy Systems
Collaboration
Computer Hardware
C#
Sprint
Brainstorming
Innovation
Computer Science
Software Engineering
FOCUS
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Training
C++
C
Python
Real-time
Embedded Systems
Waterfall
Agile
Scrum
Data Security
Policies and Procedures
Management
DoD
Security Clearance
Evaluation
Recruiting
Assistive Technology
Job Details
About This Role
Join CAE in Binghamton, NY, and Help Pilots Return Safely from Their Missions!
At CAE, we empower our employees to create mission-critical simulation solutions that train pilots and maintenance personnel, ensuring their safe return from real-world missions. As a Software Engineer in our Binghamton hub, you'll develop and maintain software for high-fidelity flight and mission simulators, blending modern and legacy technologies. Live and work in the vibrant Greater Binghamton area, known for its affordable living, rich history, and access to the scenic Finger Lakes region-a perfect place to build your career and life.
What You'll Do:
What You Bring:
Why Binghamton?
Binghamton offers small-town charm with big opportunities. With a thriving tech scene, proximity to Binghamton University, and access to nature, it's an ideal place to grow your career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're a local, an alum, or relocating, you'll find a supportive community and endless potential.
Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
Salary Range: $111,700 - $131,400
The actual compensation rate is subject to the evaluation of the following factors (but not limited to): the candidate's work experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and market.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
Position Type
Regular
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
Join CAE in Binghamton, NY, and Help Pilots Return Safely from Their Missions!
At CAE, we empower our employees to create mission-critical simulation solutions that train pilots and maintenance personnel, ensuring their safe return from real-world missions. As a Software Engineer in our Binghamton hub, you'll develop and maintain software for high-fidelity flight and mission simulators, blending modern and legacy technologies. Live and work in the vibrant Greater Binghamton area, known for its affordable living, rich history, and access to the scenic Finger Lakes region-a perfect place to build your career and life.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and maintain software for flight and mission simulators, ensuring reliability and performance to train pilots for safe mission outcomes.
- Work on legacy code bases critical to simulator functionality, driving modernization through enhancements, and new features while ensuring maintenance, optimization, and stability.
- Integrate new technologies, such as virtual reality (VR), with existing legacy systems to enhance training capabilities while preserving functionality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware, ensuring seamless operation for real-time, mission-critical applications.
- Contribute to projects using both Waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies, adapting to structured development cycles or iterative sprints as needed.
- Write and maintain clean, efficient code in languages like C, C++, Python, or C#, with a focus on real-time systems and simulator performance.
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and cross-functional brainstorming to drive innovation within a disciplined development process.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in legacy and real-time systems, ensuring simulators meet the highest standards for pilot training.
- Make a global impact by building software that empowers pilots and defense personnel to train effectively and return safely from their missions.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a focus on developing and maintaining mission-critical, or real-time systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for ensuring software reliability in high-stakes training environments.
- Proficiency in C++, C, or Python, with experience maintaining legacy code bases or working on real-time/embedded systems.
- Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies, with the ability to thrive in structured or iterative development environments.
- 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)
Why Binghamton?
Binghamton offers small-town charm with big opportunities. With a thriving tech scene, proximity to Binghamton University, and access to nature, it's an ideal place to grow your career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're a local, an alum, or relocating, you'll find a supportive community and endless potential.
Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
- Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Salary Range: $111,700 - $131,400
The actual compensation rate is subject to the evaluation of the following factors (but not limited to): the candidate's work experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and market.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
Position Type
Regular
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
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