Senior Software Engineer

LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to help build a revolutionary 'lighter than air' flight vehicle. You will work within a dynamic engineering and design team to plan, conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test and implement innovative solutions for the design, fabrication, and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach to flight systems development with the motto "build a little, test a little, learn a lot". This unique position allows for hands-on leadership through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle., * Lead Capturing and Finalizing Software Requirements in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, pilots, and other cross functional stake holders

• Lead and maintain Design of Safety Critical Software for aircraft/airship.
• Lead and hands-on with Safety Critical Software Implementation and integration activities.
• Develop comprehensive test sets for validation and verification of released software.
• Lead root cause analysis of issues stemming from internal and external test activities.
• Lead software development in conjunction with other systems to Verify & Validate repeatability and reliability on the Airship meeting quality and timing requirements.
• Develop and establish requirements for associated Simulation software.
• Create and maintain Simulation software design documentation and test reports.
• Lead various levels of Software Releases for various testing and final usage Airship.
• Lead Software Change Request, Merge Request, Software Review, etc. activities
• Lead Software Engineering project related development activities.
• Collaborate with various cross functional teams.
• Lead and/or Support training activities.

Do you have experience in Test validation method?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We are seeking a high energy, passionate Senior Software Engineer to help further the development of software for safety critical systems as well as actively test and validate rapidly developed software on the Airship., * BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.

• 7/5 years of experience in a similar Senior Software Engineer role and responsibilities.
• Proficient in Real Time Operating System and Embedded Systems based development.
• Proficient in C#, C++, RTOS, Python, and Scripting.
• Proficient with GitLab based CI-CD software build toolchain and release.
• Proficient in common software validation practices and standards.
• Detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills.
• Self-Starter as well as a Team player, with a can-do attitude and a desire to learn., * Experience with aviation standards such as DO-178C or equivalent industry standards.
• Experience working with EE hardware interfaces such as MCU, Communication, Sensors, Actuators, etc.
• Experience working with C and/or embedded C.
• Experience working with PLC systems and HMI.
• Experience in development of UI for cockpit, instrument cluster, equipment.
• Basic front-end and back-end software architecture-based development., * Criminal background check clearance
• Drug test clearance wherever applicable
• Applicant must be able to obtain a NASA Moffett Federal Airfield AOA Badge

Pulled from the full job description

• AD&D insurance
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, * Relocation assistance
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)
• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
• Parental leave
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching up to 6%
• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields