Aircraft Services Architect

Intellectt Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider in aviation technology is seeking an experienced Aircraft Services Architect in Portland, OR. The role involves defining secure and compliant software architectures for aviation systems, with key responsibilities including designing compliant architectures, developing secure system designs, and collaborating across teams. Candidates must have 8+ years of experience in aviation architecture, strong compliance knowledge, and proficiency in programming languages like C++, Java, Python, or Go. The position is a contract role with a mid-senior level seniority.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in aviation software architecture and system design.
• Strong knowledge of aviation compliance and certification standards.
• Experience with Linux-based systems and embedded platforms.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, Python, or Go.
• Solid understanding of secure software and system architectures.

Responsibilities

• Define system, software, and non-functional requirements for aviation applications.
• Design architectures compliant with DO-178C, DAL-D/E, and SAL 1–3 standards.
• Develop secure system designs covering authentication, encryption, secure boot, and data isolation.
• Drive architecture for virtualized and cloud-native hosting platforms.
• Produce architecture artifacts, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with OEMs, engineering, security, and quality teams across domains.
• Support validation, verification, and aviation QA processes.
• Participate in Agile (SAFe/SCRUM) planning and architecture reviews.

Skills

aviation software architecture and system design

aviation compliance and certification standards

Linux-based systems

C++

Java

Python

Go

secure software and system architectures

Tools

Confluence

Visio

Draw.io

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist at Intellectt.Inc

Role: Aircraft Services Architect

Location: Portland, OR – Onsite

Description:

The Aircraft Services Architect is responsible for defining and delivering secure, compliant software architectures for aviation and in-flight systems. This role ensures adherence to aviation standards while enabling scalable, modern hosting and service-based platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define system, software, and non-functional requirements for aviation applications
• Design architectures compliant with DO-178C, DAL-D/E, and SAL 1–3 standards
• Develop secure system designs covering authentication, encryption, secure boot, and data isolation
• Drive architecture for virtualized and cloud-native hosting platforms
• Produce architecture artifacts, specifications, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with OEMs, engineering, security, and quality teams across domains
• Support validation, verification, and aviation QA processes
• Participate in Agile (SAFe/SCRUM) planning and architecture reviews

Required Skills:

• 8+ years in aviation software architecture and system design
• Strong knowledge of aviation compliance and certification standards
• Experience with Linux-based systems and embedded platforms
• Proficiency in C++, Java, Python, or Go
• Solid understanding of secure software and system architectures

Nice to Have:

• AWS or cloud-native experience
• CI/CD and DevOps exposure
• Familiarity with architecture tools (Confluence, Visio, Draw.io)

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Contract

Industries: Airlines and Aviation, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Military and International Affairs