Chief Vehicle Software Architect

EVONA

California (MO)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A pioneering aerospace company in California seeks a senior leader for software development on their new orbital launch vehicle. This opportunity includes ownership of critical software systems, from embedded avionics to test and release infrastructure. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in building software for complex cyber-physical systems, such as rockets or robots, and will play a pivotal role in shaping the software architecture. The position involves leading a rapidly growing team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in building software for complex vehicles.
  • Strong understanding of safety-critical and embedded software.
  • Experience leading large technical teams.

Responsibilities

  • Own all software running on the vehicle.
  • Shape the foundational software architecture.
  • Lead and scale a multi-team organization.

Skills

Embedded avionics expertise
Real-time flight systems knowledge
Simulation and test automation skills
Experience with distributed control systems
Leadership in a multi-team organization

Job description

A pioneering aerospace company in California seeks a senior leader for software development on their new orbital launch vehicle. This opportunity includes ownership of critical software systems, from embedded avionics to test and release infrastructure. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in building software for complex cyber-physical systems, such as rockets or robots, and will play a pivotal role in shaping the software architecture. The position involves leading a rapidly growing team in a dynamic environment.
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