Aircraft Embedded Software Development Course
About our
The Aircraft Embedded Software Development Course focuses on the creation and validation of software for critical aeronautical systems. It covers the design, development, implementation, and testing of software, integrating methodologies such as DO-178C and programming languages such as C/C++, crucial for the safe and efficient operation of systems such as flight control, navigation systems, and engine monitoring. It includes aspects of software architecture, functional safety, and certification.
The course provides practical knowledge of aeronautical industry-specific development tools and environments, with an emphasis on simulation, static analysis, and unit testing. Professionals are prepared for roles such as aeronautical software engineers, embedded systems developers, and validation analysts, meeting the highest industry standards.
Aircraft Embedded Software Development Course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
780 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Embedded Software Development for Aircraft: A Comprehensive Course
- Master the fundamentals of embedded software development specifically for aeronautical systems.
- Understand the architecture and operation of flight control and avionics systems.
- Learn essential programming languages and development tools for aeronautical software.
- Acquire knowledge of the regulations and safety standards applicable to embedded aviation software (DO-178C).
- Explore real-time systems analysis and design techniques for aeronautical applications.
- Implement flight control, engine management, and navigation system algorithms.
- Become familiar with the communication systems and protocols used in aviation.
- Learn to perform testing and verification of embedded software, including simulation and hardware testing.
- Develop problem-solving and code debugging skills in various environments aeronautical.
- Understand cybersecurity concepts applied to embedded software systems in aircraft.
2. Mastery of Aerial Software Development: Immersion Course
- Advanced Aerospace Engineering: You will delve into the analysis of critical phenomena such as flap-lag-torsion couplings, which impact aircraft stability and control. You will study whirl flutter, a destructive vibration phenomenon, and learn to model and predict fatigue of structural components.
- Design and Manufacturing of Composite Structures: You will acquire specialized skills in the dimensioning of laminates in composites, key materials in the aerospace industry. You will learn to design and analyze joints and bonded joints using finite element (FE) methods, ensuring structural integrity and design optimization.
Structural Maintenance and Safety: You will become familiar with damage tolerance techniques, which allow you to evaluate a structure’s capacity to withstand damage. You will explore non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as UT (ultrasound), RT (radiography), and thermography, which are fundamental for the early detection of defects and ensuring aircraft safety.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Aeronautical Embedded Software Development: Specialized Course
- Master the fundamentals of embedded software in aeronautics.
- Understand the architecture of aeronautical embedded systems.
- Learn specific programming languages (C/C++, Ada) for aeronautical systems.
- Develop software following DO-178C regulations.
- Apply secure and reliable software design techniques.
- Use aeronautical software development and simulation tools.
- Implement comprehensive testing and verification of embedded software.
- Manage the software lifecycle in aeronautical projects.
- Integrate software with hardware and avionics systems.
- Know aeronautical communication standards (ARINC, MIL-STD).
- Analyze safety and Software performance.
Participate in hands-on embedded software development projects.
Become familiar with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Understand the principles of cybersecurity in aeronautical systems.
5. Aeronautical Embedded Software: Deep Design and Programming
- Master the fundamental principles of embedded software design specific to the aerospace industry.
- Gain a deep understanding of the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements specification to testing and validation in aerospace environments.
- Study the most common software architectures used in aircraft, including real-time operating systems (RTOS) and specialized hardware platforms.
- Learn to program in safety-critical programming languages such as Ada, C, and C++, optimizing code performance and reliability.
- Understand aerospace industry regulations and standards, such as DO-178C, and apply them to embedded software development.
- Explore design techniques for safety-critical systems and error management in aerospace systems.
- Develop skills in implementing advanced control and navigation algorithms for aircraft.
- Analyze and troubleshoot problems related to the integration of software with hardware, including sensors, actuators, and communication systems.
- Become familiar with the software simulation and analysis tools used in aeronautical design, such as MATLAB/Simulink and formal verification tools.
- Acquire knowledge of cybersecurity in onboard aeronautical systems and the necessary protective measures.
6. Aeronautical Software Engineering: Design and Deep Programming
- Model complex aircraft systems, including aerodynamics, structure, control, and propulsion, using state-of-the-art simulation tools.
- Develop robust and secure aeronautical software, applying agile development methodologies and object-oriented programming techniques.
- Apply software design principles for embedded systems, considering real-time, memory, and power constraints.
- Master the use of aeronautical industry-specific programming languages, such as Ada, C, and C++, as well as modeling and simulation tools.
- Understand and apply aeronautical safety and certification standards (DO-178C) in software development.
- Design intuitive and efficient user interfaces for flight control and avionics systems.
- Implement advanced flight control algorithms, including adaptive control, predictive control, and navigation systems.
- Analyze and troubleshoot performance and optimization problems in aeronautical software, using profiling and debugging techniques.
Manage aeronautical software projects, including planning, monitoring, and quality control.
Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicating ideas and technical results clearly and concisely.
Who this program is for:
Aircraft Embedded Software Development Course
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and technology centers.
- Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
- Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended requirements: foundation in aerodynamics and control and structures; ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if you need them.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 2 — Mastering Aviation Software Development
2.1 Aeronautical Software Architecture: Concepts and Components
2.2 Programming Languages and Standards (Ada, C/C++, ARINC 653)
2.3 Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and Their Application
2.4 Secure Software Design: Principles and Practices
2.5 Requirements Management and Traceability
2.6 Unit, Integration, and System Testing
2.7 Development and Simulation Tools
2.8 Software Validation and Verification
2.9 Safety Regulations (DO-178C)
2.10 Case Studies: Flight Software Analysis
Module 2 — Principles of Embedded Aeronautical Systems
Module 2 — Aeronautical Software Architecture
2.2 Introduction to Onboard Aeronautical Systems
2.2 Critical Components and Subsystems
2.3 Sensors and Actuators in Aviation
2.4 Aeronautical Communication Protocols
2.5 Flight Management Systems (FMS)
2.6 Flight Control Systems
2.7 Software Architecture Design and Operation
2.8 Air Navigation Systems
2.9 Visualization and Display Systems
2.20 Safety and Reliability Aspects in Onboard Systems
2.2 Software Architecture Structure and Design
2.2 Aeronautical Software Modeling and Design
2.3 Programming Languages and Tools
2.4 Standards and Regulations in Software Development
2.5 Object-Oriented Design in Aviation
2.6 Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
2.7 Functional Safety Considerations
2.8 Testing and Software Verification
2.9 Software Life Cycle Management (SDLC)
2.20 Case Studies: Analysis of Existing Architectures
3.3 Aeronautical Software Architecture: Layers and Components
3.2 Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) for Aircraft
3.3 Secure and Certifiable Programming: DO-378C
3.4 Model-Based Software Engineering (MBSE)
3.5 Unit, Integration, and System Testing
3.6 Version Control and Configuration Management
3.7 Development and Debugging Tools
3.8 Aeronautical Communication Protocols
3.9 Flight Management Systems (FMS)
3.30 Simulators and Test Environments
4.4 Introduction to the History and Evolution of Aviation
4.2 Fundamental Principles of Aerodynamics
4.3 Flight Control Systems and Their Components
4.4 Aircraft Engines: Types and Operation
4.5 Air Navigation: Principles and Techniques
4.6 Aeronautical Instrumentation: Functions and Applications
4.7 Aeronautical Communication Systems: VHF, HF, SATCOM
4.8 Aeronautical Regulations and Standards
4.9 Aviation Safety: Human Factors and Accident Prevention
4.40 Introduction to Aircraft Onboard Systems
Module 5 — Introduction to Aeronautical Electronics
5.5 Principles of Electronics: Basic Components and Circuits
5.5 Aeronautical Communication Systems: VHF, HF, SATCOM
5.3 Aeronautical Sensors and Actuators: Types and Operation
5.4 Electronic System Architectures: Design and Configuration
5.5 Aeronautical Regulations and Standards: DO-578C, DO-554
5.6 Communication Interfaces and Protocols: ARINC, Ethernet
5.7 Failure Analysis and Safety: Fail-Safe Design
5.8 Electronic Flight Instrumentation: Indicators and Systems
5.9 Engine Management Systems (FADEC): Operation and Control
5.50 Introduction to Modern Avionics and Navigation Systems
6.6 Aerospace Systems Design and Programming
6.2 Advanced Flight Control Systems
6.3 Critical Software Architectures
6.4 Software Development for Navigation Systems
6.5 Testing and Verification of Aeronautical Software
6.6 Microcontroller Programming for Aviation
6.7 Functional Safety in Aerospace Software
6.8 Modeling and Simulation of Aircraft Systems
6.9 Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Design for Aircraft
6.60 Software Integration with Aeronautical Hardware
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).