Staff Engineer, Flight Controls Software Job at Archer Aviation (São Paulo)

Staff Software Engineer - Integrated Test

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

168000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in simulation software development and systems integration
Bachelor's or higher degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Seasoned technical lead for an engineering team
providing guidance in planning and execution
Advanced proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Very experienced in MATLAB/Simulink
Extensive experience developing real-time HIL test infrastructures
Proven ability to develop simulation tools with a focus on usability, modularity, and performance
Expert of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN/CAN-FD, ARINC-429, Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB etc…)
Experience prototyping Graphical User Interfaces based on user feedback

Job Responsibility

Architect and lead the team managing Archer’s lab integration environments supporting validation and verification activities, handling quality evaluations, human factor evaluations and test pilot training
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal groups and suppliers to integrate, instrument and maintain configuration of simulation models in a real-time, integrated hardware-in-the-loop environments
Own end-to-end configuration of simulation environments (e.g., SIL, HIL, CeRT, Iron Bird), including data analysis and simulation correlation with flight test data
Develop and optimize simulation pipelines including CI/CD integration for automated deployment, execution, and monitoring
Integrate third-party software/hardware systems into cohesive simulation architectures
Set technical standards, provide mentorship, and foster a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture
Guide the design and build of graphical user interfaces to control the real-time simulation environment
Lead task decomposition, technical planning, and debugging of complex issues across real-time and distributed systems
Influence tool architecture in support of lab configuration and automation

Fulltime

Staff Engineer, Flight Controls

Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enabl...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

15 + years of experience developing control systems for fixed wing aircraft, with demonstrated understanding of fixed wing aircraft dynamics, classical and modern control design / analysis
Experience decomposing systems requirements into high level requirements for both outer loop and inner loop control design
Experience working in Model Based Development and certification of flight control systems, including proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink or another model-based development toolset
Experience designing, implementing, and testing software for real-time systems
Experience developing certified software under RTCA DO-178
BS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job Responsibility

Design and implement flight controls for our aircraft autonomy system
Write requirements for high level automation functions and low level flight control
Help create and use the simulation tools needed for development and testing including Simulink control law modeling, analysis using MATLAB and Python
Participate in flight testing to verify control law performance on multiple aircraft types
Write, test, and document Simulink control law models according to Merlin’s development standards, and participate in certification activities
Collaborate across Merlin to develop novel, certifiable systems to solve the toughest problems in aviation and autonomy

What we offer

catered lunches
snacks
beverages
health
dental
life
unlimited vacation
401k with match

Fulltime

Staff Engineer, GNC

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

160000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics, optimization, and both classical and modern control theory
BS in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field with at least 10 years of relevant experience
MS with at least 8 years of relevant experience
PhD with at least 6 years of relevant experience
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink

Job Responsibility

Lead teams to design and implement flight control algorithms for electric VTOL aircraft
Work cross functionally to connect GNC requirements with other system requirements
Influence leadership with decisions that are affected by GNC systems
Implement creative solutions to efficiently verify complex systems and software
Build simulations to verify and validate system requirements
Run trade studies to inform aircraft design and system architecture
Work with the Flight Test team to design tests that safely evaluate the vehicle capabilities
Improve the fidelity and capabilities of our vehicle and environment simulation models
Analyze full-scale and subscale flight data to improve our models
Author software requirements and test cases that drive the design of the GNC software

Fulltime

Staff Flight Sciences Software and HPC Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

162800.00 - 217600.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience as a user and developer of scientific/engineering software for flight sciences or similar disciplines (such as aerodynamics, acoustics, control, loads, thermal analysis, mass properties, vehicle simulation, etc.) in a fast-moving environment
Demonstrated experience in developing computing software and infrastructure, with proficiency in the scientific Python ecosystem (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch, VTK)
Demonstrated experience in standard best practices in software development, including version control, CI/CD, software testing, environment management
Demonstrated experience with the design and administration of HPC systems, either on-premise or cloud (AWS preferred). Knowledge of Linux administration, high speed network interconnects, parallel file systems, and MPI required
Experience with HPC management software (Slurm/PBS/Torque, OpenHPC/Bright, Warewulf/XCat, Spack/EasyBuild, Lmod)
Good understanding of enterprise IT and common network security practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and maintain internal software libraries and applications as well as computing infrastructure to enable engineers to solve problems faster and more efficiently. Promote the use of shared computational infrastructure, tools, and practices across engineering teams within the Flight Sciences department
Develop processes and software tools to improve the reproducibility and traceability of computations. Drive the implementation of such tools
Promote a culture of software excellence across the engineering organization
Understand the needs of various engineering teams to efficiently utilize High-Performance Computing (HPC) resources, and make informed decisions on infrastructure solutions to ensure optimal resource utilization and cost savings
Maintain and administer on-premises HPC resources
Advocate for engineering and computing needs with the company-wide IT department

Fulltime

Staff Software Engineer, Model Based Design and Verification

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join the MBD Sof...

Location

Brazil , São Paulo

Salary:

Not provided

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in a flight software or a related field
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree
Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and associated toolboxes
Experience with C/C++ and code generation
Fluency with widely used scripting languages like bash and Python
Experience developing software complying with safety standards like DO-178C to high criticality levels (DAL-A/B)
Experience with Model Based Software development and certification (DO-331)
Understanding of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN, ARINC-429, AFDX, Ethernet, TCP/IP, etc.)
Familiarity with debuggers and lab instruments such oscilloscopes and bus analyzers

Job Responsibility

Develop safety critical software components for Archer’s software embedded into Flight Control Computer or in Battery Management Unit using model-based processes
Participate in planning, design, scheduling, prioritizing, and tracking the project
Work with system engineers to decompose item requirements into high level and low level software requirements in compliance with DO-178C / DO-331
Work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and integrate complex hardware/software
Development of software plans, processes & guidelines
Software requirements decomposition, analysis, definition, and traceability
Software design and development, performance, risk, safety , operation and cost optimization trade studies, and lead / conduct design reviews
Software analyses, requirements-based testing, structural coverage analysis, and model coverage analysis
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes to increase safety and efficiency

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer

A Senior Software Engineer leads the software development team as they create so...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

AEVEX Aerospace

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficient in software development of microcontroller level embedded systems and autopilot development
Ability to work independently with little supervision and to quickly pivot in a fast-paced R&D environment
Exposure or direct involvement with Autopilots such as PX4 and Ardupilot
Understanding of GPS, Inertial Navigation, Sensor fusion from a software architecture real-time processing perspective
In depth knowledge of communication protocols (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
Knowledge and integration of mesh networks (TCP, UDP) including use of Docker containerization and networking between containers
Understanding of configuration, troubleshooting, data analysis, and integration of a wide variety of applications and equipment
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field required, MS preferred
7+ years of software development experience
Prior experience developing Autopilot systems, ground control stations, or flight simulation software is highly desirable

Job Responsibility

Responsible for all aspects of the software development process including requirements, design, implementation, functional test, trouble shooting
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, data science, and hardware engineering to translate research concepts into scalable software systems
Evaluate new frameworks, tools, and programming languages for potential integration into the tech stack
Lead and mentor junior engineers and research staff
Work to define software requirements and take the lead on operational and technical projects
Develop Embedded Linux microcontroller software applications using C, C++, Python and occasionally other programming languages (C#, Lua, etc)
Embed applications in custom headless devices with focus on real-time performance aspects including multi-threading, time synchronization
Rapidly build and deploy moderately complex applications leveraging open source GitHub libraries and API's
Function as a cradle-to-grave subject matter expert for software developed after completion
Perform other related duties as assigned

What we offer

401(k)-retirement plan
comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
professional development funds
an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Fulltime

Staff Autonomy Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

170000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

9+ years of professional experience in aerospace autonomy, robotics systems, or GNC software development
BS in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
Expert proficiency in C++ for real-time embedded software
Experience with robotics frameworks (such as ROS)
Familiarity with integrating software onto autopilots like Pixhawk
Proven track record in robotic teaming, trajectory generation, and mission planning for Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) or planetary exploration vehicles
Advanced knowledge of state estimation techniques, including vision-based navigation and sensor fusion
Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to lead complex development initiatives and specialized engineering team

Job Responsibility

Architect Autonomy Frameworks: Lead the system architecture and feature development for autonomous flight systems, with a specific focus on multi-agent coordination, task allocation, and resource scheduling in real-time environments
GNC Software Integration: Design, implement, and integrate C++ product software for guidance, navigation, and control modules. Ensure portability and scalability across diverse aerial platforms, overseeing the transition from algorithmic design to embedded deployment
State Estimation & Localization: Serve as the subject matter expert for state estimation and localization, developing software packages that fuse data from passive sensing, GPS, and IMU to ensure robust navigation in day, night, and off-road environments
Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Systems Engineering and Flight Test teams to drive performance analysis. Lead the definition of verifiable software requirements, ensuring GNC considerations are integrated into vehicle navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithms
Safety & Compliance: Direct the development of safety-critical autonomy software, coordinating safety compliance with agencies like the FAA or NASA, and managing rigorous validation processes for flight control and autonomous path following
Simulation Infrastructure: Champion the development of simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test infrastructure. Drive performance analysis of compute loads and communications to improve the rigor of delivered features before flight
Mentorship & Methodology: Lead engineering teams in Agile environments, providing oversight on trajectory generation and control implementation while mentoring engineers in best practices for autonomy and robotics

Fulltime

Staff Condition Monitoring Engineer - Propulsion

As a Staff Condition Monitoring Engineer on our Electric Propulsion System team,...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

152000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
8+ years of professional engineering experience in vibration analysis, structural or rotating equipment health monitoring, or related fields
Experience with gearbox, turbine, or electric motor design, testing, or analysis for an automotive, aerospace, or defense application
Proficiency with data analysis tools and programming languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
Ability to build and maintain data analysis software tools while employing software development and version control (Git, Bitbucket, etc.) best practices
Expert understanding of vibration analysis and signal processing tools
Experience with health monitoring algorithms and predictive maintenance techniques
Knowledge of sensors, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation such as accelerometers, load cells, strain gauges, and oil debris sensors
Familiarity with gearbox systems and failure modes
Proven ability to organize and lead cross-functional technical initiatives

Job Responsibility

Review and analyze flight test data (vibration, thermal, structural) to support ongoing flight test campaigns
Build and maintain robust analysis tools for processing flight and dynamometer test data
Develop insights from complex datasets to inform design improvements and operational decisions
Own the development and implementation of onboard vibration and engine health monitoring algorithms
Design predictive maintenance algorithms to optimize system reliability and performance
Validate and refine monitoring systems throughout the design/development cycle
Lead by example, actively developing solutions alongside the team while providing technical oversight
Collaborate with cross-functional team members to develop health monitoring metrics and analytical tools
Work with systems, safety, and reliability teams to inform DFMEA and ensure requirements are properly validated and understood
Mentor and/or oversee junior engineers

Fulltime

Staff Engineer, Flight Controls Software

Archer Aviation

Location:
Brazil , São Paulo

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

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