Aerospace Software Verification Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 100 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.  Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.   We are looking for an experienced Software Verification Engineer to join our team at Archer. The role involves designing, developing, and testing safety-critical software for Archer’s flight systems. We're building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft focused on improving mobility in cities and driving the world toward a zero-emissions future. If you or someone you know is interested, please apply at https://www.flyarcher.com/careers   Who we are:  Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 100 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.    Our sights are set high, and our problems are hard. We believe that workplace diversity makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lead us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences and supports and celebrates all of our team members.   What you’ll do: Construct, Review, and Execute test cases in various lab environments, focusing on automation. Define automation strategies for various COTS tools and home-grown test environments for the aircraft subsystems. Participate in the creation of verification strategies, plans, and procedures, including test equipment and environments. Write, review, validate, and verify item requirements for high-level and low-level software requirements to ensure compliance with DO-178C. Create high-level and low-level test frameworks that allow complex verification of real-time inputs and outputs that satisfy Tool Qualification objectives.  Work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop, verify, and validate complex hardware/software systems. Perform software analyses, requirements-based testing, and structural coverage analysis.  Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes to increase safety and efficiency. Collaborate with software teams. General Collaborative mindset Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication Excellent Organizational skills Passion for learning and problem-solving Degree in engineering or related field   What you need:   At least a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field Experience with full lifecycle safety critical software complying with safety standards, including DO-178C or ISO 26262 Experience developing verification strategies and test environments, including hardware in the loop, software in the loop, and processor in the loop.  Experience building efficient automation test frameworks from a wide range of languages and tools Fluency with Python Familiarity with debuggers and lab instruments Excellent organizational and communication skills Bonus qualifications Experience working on software for Motor Control or Battery Management systems Experience with modeling tools/certification (DO-331) Experience with Veristand and other National Instruments products Experience with dSpace Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $134,400 - $168,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.