Reliable Robotics

Sr. Flight Software Engineer (Verification)

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Aviation, RoboticsIndustries

About Reliable Robotics

We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer, more convenient and fundamentally transformative to the way goods — and eventually people — move around the planet. We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality.

Flight Software links together the mechanical, avionics, algorithmic, and embedded worlds to actually make the airplane fly. The core nature of the role offers the opportunity to interact with teams and components across the entire automated aircraft and to specialize in the areas most exciting to you.

Role Overview

As a Sr. Flight Software Verification Engineer at Reliable Robotics, you will drive verification of embedded software that works with sensors & control systems, robustly handles system faults, and integrates with other vehicle subsystems. You’ll work directly with flight hardware in the lab and on the plane, plan flight testing, and watch your verified software fly an aircraft. Our Flight Software teams are deeply involved in all aspects of the development, verification, and certification of the Reliable Robotics autonomy stack, and play a central role in bringing our aircraft to life.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the DO-178C verification strategy and implementation
  • Create tooling to provide an effective and compliant environment for software verification
  • Oversee and author test development
  • Perform tool qualification in accordance with DO-178C/DO-330

Basic Success Criteria

  • 5+ years experience with C or C++
  • Experience in safety-critical verification of software to achieve DO-178C objectives or comparable standard
  • Experience with requirements based testing in unit test and Hardware-In-The-Loop environments
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience

Preferred Success Criteria

  • Experience in defining software verification strategy for DO-178C programs
  • Experience leading test framework tooling development
  • Experience with tool qualification for DO-178C/DO-330
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment & Travel

  • Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Estimated Salary Range: $160,000 to $200,000/annual salary
  • Additional Compensation: Cash and stock option awards
  • Benefits: Employee medical, 401k contribution, great co-workers and a casual work environment.
  • Reliable Robotics strives to provide competitive and rewarding compensation based on experience and expertise, as well as market conditions, location, and pay equity.

Export Control Requirements

  • This position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. An offer of employment will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to perform in compliance with U.S. export control laws.
  • All applicants are asked to provide documentation that legally establishes status as a U.S. person or non-U.S. person (and nationalities in the case of a non-U.S. person).
  • Where the applicant is not a U.S. person, meaning not a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or not otherwise permitted to access the export-controlled technology without U.S. government authorization, the Company reserves the right not to apply for an export license for such applicants whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code requires authorization and may decline to proceed with the application process and any offer.

Skills

C
C++
DO-178C
DO-330
Embedded Software
Verification
Test Development
Requirements-based Testing
Unit Testing
Hardware-In-The-Loop (HIL)
Tool Qualification
Flight Software
Autonomy Stack

Reliable Robotics

Develops automation technology for aircraft

About Reliable Robotics

Reliable Robotics develops automation technology for aircraft, focusing on making flying safer, more accessible, and more affordable through autonomous operations. Their systems are designed for both cargo operators and passenger airlines, specifically targeting small (Part 23) and larger (Part 25) aircraft. The company emphasizes a 'certification forward' approach, ensuring that their automated systems meet regulatory standards early in development, which enhances safety and reliability. They have successfully demonstrated fully automated operations for small aircraft and are working on commercializing this technology for broader use. Reliable Robotics generates revenue by selling or licensing their automation systems and may also provide maintenance and support services. Led by co-founder and CEO Robert W. Rose, who has a strong background in aerospace and robotics, the company aims to significantly impact the aviation industry by improving the efficiency and safety of air travel.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$165.9MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, Automotive & Transportation, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Stock options
Employee medical
401k contribution
Great co-workers
Casual work environment

Risks

Increased competition from established aerospace companies could challenge market share.
Potential FAA certification delays may hinder timely commercialization of their technology.
Cybersecurity threats targeting autonomous systems pose risks to operations and reputation.

Differentiation

Reliable Robotics focuses on certified autonomous systems for both cargo and passenger aircraft.
The company employs a 'certification forward' approach, ensuring early regulatory compliance.
Their technology enables remote operation of aircraft, expanding access to more locations.

Upsides

Reliable Robotics secured $3.6 million from the USAF for autonomous flight tech development.
ASL Aviation Holdings ordered 30 autonomous systems, indicating strong market demand.
FAA acceptance of their systems' requirements marks significant certification progress.

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