Process Engineer at Merlin Labs

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of experience in process engineering, systems engineering, or engineering operations within aerospace, defense, or autonomous vehicle domains
Strong understanding of the software and hardware development lifecycle, including systems integration and verification for complex platforms
Experience with aerospace standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, or MIL-STD processes
Familiarity with development and lifecycle tools such as Jira, Confluence, Git/GitLab, Jenkins, DOORS, Polarion, or similar
Ability to document and optimize technical processes across systems, software, and hardware engineering domains
Excellent analytical, communication, and facilitation skills

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable and compliant development processes for integrated software and hardware systems used in autonomous aerospace applications
Standardize workflows for systems engineering, requirements management, design reviews, integration, and validation across multi-disciplinary teams
Define interfaces between embedded software, avionics hardware, autonomy stacks, and control systems to streamline collaboration and delivery
Drive tool selection, integration, and automation for development pipelines, including PLM, ALM, version control, simulation environments, and CI/CD
Lead process documentation efforts to meet industry standards including DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, and other applicable aerospace regulations
Collaborate with systems, software, hardware, and flight test teams to ensure consistency, traceability, and verification from concept to deployment
Develop and monitor engineering process metrics (quality, velocity, traceability, compliance) to identify opportunities for improvement
Facilitate retrospectives, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action planning to drive continuous improvement
Support audits, technical reviews, and certification documentation as required by regulatory and customer bodies

Skills

DO-178C

DO-254

ARP4754A

PLM

ALM

CI/CD

Version Control

Systems Engineering

Requirements Management

Embedded Software

Avionics Hardware

Autonomy Stacks

Control Systems

Merlin Labs

Develops autonomous flight technology for aircraft

About Merlin Labs

Merlin Labs develops autonomous flight technology, specifically the Merlin Pilot, an advanced system designed to operate aircraft without human intervention. This system can be integrated into various types of aircraft, making it adaptable to different sizes and ages. The technology is being developed in collaboration with aviation authorities like the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration and the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand to ensure it meets safety and regulatory standards. Unlike competitors, Merlin Labs takes a phased approach by initially pairing the autonomous system with human pilots, which helps ensure safety and build trust in the technology. The goal is to provide a scalable solution for commercial airlines, cargo transport companies, and private aircraft owners, positioning Merlin Labs as a significant player in the future of aviation.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$166.1MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Competition from companies like Natilus challenges Merlin Labs' market position.

Regulatory approvals from FAA and CAA may delay market entry for Merlin Pilot.

Expansion of executive team could lead to internal management challenges.

Differentiation

Merlin Labs focuses on scalable autonomous flight systems adaptable to any aircraft.

The company partners with aviation authorities for safety and regulatory compliance.

Merlin Labs employs a phased approach, initially pairing autonomous systems with human pilots.

Upsides

Merlin Labs' acquisition of EpiSci enhances AI capabilities for military and defense markets.

Partnership with MIT Lincoln Laboratory boosts leadership in collision avoidance technology.

Certification System Bench accelerates testing, reducing time to market for flight systems.

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