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Archer

Aerospace Software Certification Engineer

San Jose, California, United States$207k–$259kmidAdded 1 month ago

About this role

Archer seeks an experienced Aerospace Software Certification Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert overseeing system, software, and hardware design assurance processes for their electric aircraft development. The role involves reviewing lifecycle data, conducting compliance reviews against FAA standards, managing supplier oversight, and interfacing with certification authorities.

What you'll do

  • Act as SME for system, software, and airborne electronic hardware design assurance processes for internal development and suppliers
  • Review and approve software/hardware lifecycle data for compliance with aerospace standards
  • Execute design assurance reviews for internal systems and supplier developments per ARP4754A/ARP4761 standards
  • Coordinate with FAA DERs and certification authorities on compliance reviews and follow-up activities
  • Generate and conduct independent reviews of development and verification processes
  • Maintain and track resolution of issues identified in design assurance activities

What they're looking for

  • System and software design assurance (10+ years)
  • Aerospace certification standards (ARP4754A/B, ARP4761, DO-254, DO-178C)
  • Safety-critical systems development
  • FAA compliance and certification processes
  • Organizational and communication skills
  • Agile/lean methodologies
  • Multi-environment software and hardware tools
  • Issue tracking and resolution management

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary: $207,000 - $259,000 USD
  • Pay-for-performance culture
  • Work on cutting-edge electric aircraft technology
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs
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Archer

Archer develops all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for sustainable aviation. The company is hiring engineers across electrical integration, software, aerodynamics, and controls to build and validate autonomous flight systems, propulsion architectures, and aircraft design.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience with ARP4754A/ARP4761 and DO-178C compliance. Can you describe a specific project where you led design assurance reviews?
  • Tell us about your experience overseeing supplier compliance for safety-critical aerospace software and hardware. How do you ensure adherence to certification standards?