Validation & Verification Engineer

Skyryse; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option plan

Medical, dental and vision plans

20 PTO days + 5 sick days

Job summary

Skyryse in El Segundo, CA seeks a Validation & Verification Engineer for aviation software. You will test and QA Fly-By-Wire and Display software, review high/low level requirements, designs and code, and support FAA/DER reviews to ensure safety-critical certification.

The role focuses on embedded software verification, test automation, and certification artifacts, with collaboration across DER, systems, and flight teams. Strong DO-178C knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• BS degree in an engineering discipline required.
• 3+ years of software engineering experience in certification of software and systems.
• Experience in developing software test and verification documents.
• Experience with tools similar to dSPACE.
• Proficient in Python, C, C++, MATLAB.
• Working knowledge of CAN, RTD, Serial communications and ARINC 429/UART.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct software flight critical tests and reviews of the Flight Control System and Display per DO-178C/DO-331/DO-254.
• Create embedded test benches and perform processor-in-the-loop testing for multiple components.
• Develop verification tools and automation; qualify test stands and procedures.
• Maintain software certification plans and artifacts.
• Code and test vector generation and testing per DO-331.
• Lead multi-disciplinary design reviews through PDR/CDR to production readiness and certification.
• Collaborate with DER and systems group for SOI audits.
• Train Skyryse teams to follow processes.

Skills

Python

C

C++

MATLAB

CAN

RTD

Serial

ARINC 429

UART

DO-178C

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

dSPACE

LDRA

Vector CAST

Object Code Verification

Job description

We’re on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight.

VALIDATION & VERIFICATION ENGINEER, AVIATION ENGINEERING - EL SEGUNDO, CA

In this role, you are responsible for the testing and quality assurance of the Fly-By-Wire software and Display software. You will create, execute and review tests at the high level software requirements level and at the low level software requirements level. In addition, you will be responsible for performing reviews of the high and low level requirements, design and code using checklists. The ideal candidate will be familiar with ARP 4754A, DO178C, DO 331, and DO 254 requirements and capable of facilitating all FAA/DER reviews (SOI-1 to SOI-4).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and conduct software flight critical tests and reviews of the Flight Control System and the Display per DO-178C, DO-331 and DO-254
• Develop embedded systems test bench and perform on processor in the loop testing for multiple software components
• Develop verification testing tools and automation, qualify the test stand and develop qualification procedures for the same
• Develop and maintain the software certification plans and artifacts.
• Code and Test vector generation and testing using MathWorks tools set per DO-331 requirements.
• Conduct multi-disciplinary design reviews including PDR, CDR through different phases of development through to production readiness and certification.
• Work with the DER and systems group towards successful completion of SOI audits.
• Advocate and train the Skyryse teams to follow and contribute to the processes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline
• 3+ years experience in software engineering in certification of software and systems
• Experience in developing software test and verification documents
• Experience with tools similar to dSPACE
• Experienced in Python, C, C++, MATLAB
• Working knowledge of CAN, RTD, Serial Communication, ARINC 429 and UART

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science degree in electrical, computer science, mechanical or aerospace engineering discipline
• Experience in design, develop, verify and certify display software per DO-178C
• Experience with certification of software, systems, and subsystems working with DER/FAA
• Experience in developing, writing, and reviewing certification documentation such as software certification plans, compliance reports, and etc.
• Working experience in DO-178C and other aerospace regulations/processes/standard
• Experience in verifying and certifying Fly-by-wire operational flight software using model based development conforming DO-331
• Experience with LDRA or Vector CAST
• Experience with Object Code Verification
• Self starter with ability to work independently with minimal supervision to influence organization

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALLSkyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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