Director, Software Engineering

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 218,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

401k & Retirement Plans

Weekly paid office lunches

Stock options

Fully stocked breakrooms

Job summary

Hermeus in Los Angeles is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead and scale the flight software organization for hypersonic aircraft. This role involves overseeing the software engineering function, managing a talented team of software engineers, and collaborating with various teams to ensure effective integration of software systems.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in embedded software development, with strong leadership skills and a background in real-time systems. The position offers a competitive salary range of $218,000 - $296,000 annually along with benefits such as unlimited PTO and fully stocked breakrooms.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded flight software development.
• At least 4 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Professional experience with flight control software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the flight software engineering team.
• Drive technical strategy for flight software development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for software solutions.

Skills

Embedded flight software development

Real-time embedded systems

Leadership and mentorship

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Avionics systems

Flight simulation environments

Job description

Director, Software Engineering

Lead and scale the flight software organization to deliver reliable hypersonic aircraft software

Location: Los Angeles

Compensation: $218,000 - 296,000 USD / year

Job Tags: Software

About The Role

Director Of Software Engineering

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

As the Director of Software Engineering at Hermeus, you will be responsible for overseeing the software engineering function for our high-speed vehicles.

Your primary focus will be on leading the design, development, and integration of software systems that enable safe and efficient operation of our high-speed aircraft.

You will manage a talented team of software engineers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including avionics, vehicle engineering, and systems integration, to ensure seamless software integration throughout the aircraft.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage the flight software engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Drive the technical strategy and execution for the development, integration, and testing of flight software for advanced hypersonic vehicles.
• Oversee the architecture and design of flight control systems and ensure their alignment with mission requirements and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineering, systems engineering, GNC, and flight test, to deliver integrated software solutions.
• Define software development processes and best practices, ensuring timely delivery of software that meets stringent quality and safety requirements.
• Spearhead the software verification and validation efforts, including simulation-based testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and flight tests.
• Establish and manage performance metrics for software quality, productivity, and innovation.
• Represent the flight software engineering team in meetings with executives, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, trends, and advancements in flight software development and aerospace engineering.
• Drive continuous improvement in team processes and capabilities, advocating for a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded flight software development, with at least 4 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Professional experience with real-time embedded systems, flight control software, or mission-critical software development.
• Professional experience in recruiting, developing, and scaling engineering teams, including coaching and mentoring engineers at all levels.

Preferred Skills and Requirements:

• Experience working in a startup environment is a plus
• Master's or PhD degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Robotics).
• Experience working with aerospace safety standards and regulations (e.g., DO-178C, MIL-STD-498, etc.)
• Experience with avionics systems, flight simulation environments, and autonomous vehicle software development.
• Prior experience working in the hypersonic or commercial space sectors.
• Active participation in industry standards committees or working groups related to aerospace software.

$218,000 - $296,000 a year The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer. Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more! 100% employer-paid health care 401k & Retirement Plans Unlimited PTO Weekly Paid Office Lunches End of Year Bonuses Fully stocked breakrooms Stock Options Paid Parental Leave

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. section 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.