Full-Time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Airborne Software
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Beta Technologies
501-1,000 employees
Develops eVTOL aircraft and charging systems
Automotive & Transportation
Energy
Aerospace
Senior
Raleigh, NC, USA
Position requires onsite presence in Raleigh, NC.
Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Requirements
- BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree from an accredited university
- Minimum 7 years experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems
- Excellent requirements engineering and software architecture/design experience
- Mastery of the C programming language
- Knowledge of Texas Instruments Hercules and/or STM ARM microcontrollers, or equivalent
- Comfortable reading electrical schematics, technical documentation, reference manuals, and datasheets
- Deep experience with electronics lab equipment such as programmable power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and bus analyzers
- Expert level knowledge and experience with the activities and outputs required for DO-178C Level A compliance
- Excellent team communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently, as a member of an integrated team, and as a technical leader of a small team of dedicated software engineers
- Deep knowledge and experience with communications interfaces and devices such as SPI, I2C, CAN, ARINC 429, Analog-to-Digital Converters, Direct Memory Access controllers, and temperature, voltage, and current sensors
- Experience with Stage of Involvement reviews and communication with FAA personnel and DERs
- Experience with RTCA DO-330 tool qualification objectives, activities, and outputs
- Experience with RTCA DO-331 model-based development objectives, activities, and outputs
Responsibilities
- Analyze system requirements allocated to software for correctness, feasibility, and appropriateness from an embedded software perspective; propose changes and additional to system requirements to fulfill all airborne software needs
- Develop software high-level requirements to specify the functionality and characteristics of airborne software
- Architect and design the embedded software, considering hardware constraints, design constraints, and available resources to satisfy the software high-level requirements, and specify software low-level requirements
- Develop embedded software in the C and Assembly programming languages for ARM microcontroller targets
- Integrate the software with other software and the target hardware; assist with system integration
- Assess, measure, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with software execution and characteristics such as timing and performance
- Promote the reuse of embedded software and associated life cycle data throughout the Airborne Software team
- Perform peer reviews of other team member's contributions to the software development project
- Inform the software verification team for the appropriate testing and analysis of the embedded software
- Lead a small team of embedded software engineers for the development of software for an airborne system
- Mentor junior engineers by training them on DO-178C objectives, activities, and outputs; real-time and safety-critical embedded software best practices; and integration and troubleshooting methods and techniques
BETA Technologies develops electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and the charging infrastructure needed to support them. Their eVTOL aircraft are designed for both passenger and cargo transport, providing a sustainable air transportation solution. The company also installs and maintains charging systems, ensuring that clients can operate their electric aircraft efficiently. BETA Technologies stands out from competitors by offering a comprehensive package that includes both the aircraft and the necessary charging infrastructure, along with pilot training programs. The goal of BETA Technologies is to make air travel greener, safer, and more efficient, contributing to a significant reduction in carbon emissions in the aviation sector.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
South Burlington, Vermont
Founded
2017
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 22%2 year growth
↑ 74%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- BETA Technologies' involvement in high-profile projects like Project Alta in Utah positions them as a leader in the future of air mobility.
- The company's dual revenue streams from aircraft sales and charging infrastructure installation provide financial stability and growth potential.
- Innovative products like the all-electric ALIA aircraft showcase BETA Technologies' commitment to cutting-edge technology and sustainability.
What critics are saying
- The nascent stage of the eVTOL market means there is still significant regulatory and technological uncertainty.
- High capital expenditure for R&D and infrastructure development could strain financial resources if market adoption is slower than expected.
What makes Beta Technologies unique
- BETA Technologies offers a comprehensive solution by providing both eVTOL aircraft and the necessary charging infrastructure, unlike competitors who may focus on only one aspect.
- Their focus on sustainability and reducing carbon emissions aligns with the growing market demand for greener transportation solutions.
- Strategic partnerships with organizations like the U.S. Air Force and various regional airports enhance their credibility and market reach.
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