Senior Embedded Software Engineer | Airborne Software at Beta Technologies

South Burlington, Vermont, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aviation, AerospaceIndustries

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 [incomplete, but implied related to development processes]

Responsibilities

  • Analyze system requirements allocated to software for correctness, feasibility, and appropriateness from an embedded software perspective; propose changes and additions 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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RTCA DO-178CEmbedded CAssemblyARMBare-metalReal-time systemsSafety-critical softwareMicrocontrollerSoftware architectureRequirements analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree from an accredited university, plus a minimum of 7 years of experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems.

What programming languages will I be working with?

The role involves developing embedded software in the C and Assembly programming languages for ARM microcontroller targets.

What key skills and experience are required for this position?

Deep knowledge of RTCA DO-178C, best practices for real-time safety-critical embedded software development, technical leadership experience, and mastery of embedded C are essential, along with experience in bare-metal board bring-up, microcontroller timing, software specification, design, implementation, and integration.

What is the company culture like at BETA Technologies?

BETA Technologies fosters a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture where team members apply intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability to revolutionize electric aviation and positively impact the environment.

What leadership responsibilities does this role involve?

The position includes leading a small team of embedded software engineers, mentoring junior engineers on DO-178C objectives, real-time safety-critical best practices, and integration methods, as well as performing peer reviews.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Beta Technologies

Develops eVTOL aircraft and charging systems

About Beta Technologies

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 alternative to traditional air travel. The company also installs and maintains charging systems, ensuring that clients have the necessary support for electric flight. BETA Technologies stands out from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that includes both the aircraft and the infrastructure, catering to commercial airlines and logistics companies. 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 aerospace sector.

South Burlington, VermontHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$1,171.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from companies like ORB Aerospace could impact Beta's market share.
Dependence on state funding poses risks if government priorities shift away from electric aviation.
Rapid technological advancements could render Beta's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.

Differentiation

Beta Technologies focuses on clean aviation with electric aircraft and propulsion systems.
The company offers a comprehensive eVTOL ecosystem, including aircraft and charging infrastructure.
Beta Technologies targets commercial airlines and logistics companies for sustainable air transport solutions.

Upsides

Beta Technologies raised $318 million in Series C funding in October 2024.
The FAA's updated eVTOL certification processes benefit Beta Technologies' aircraft approval.
Increased interest in urban air mobility drives demand for Beta's eVTOL aircraft.

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