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Aircraft Software Engineer

Location
Mountain View, CA, United States

Posted on
May 24, 2023

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a leading technology company in the field of autonomous aerial vehicles, specializing in the development and operation of drone delivery systems for transporting goods in urban and suburban areas. We're working to create a more connected world by revolutionizing the way goods move, enabling faster, safer, and more efficient transportation.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking an Aircraft Software Engineer who will take our cutting-edge UAVs to the next level. As an Aircraft Software Engineer on a small and agile team, you will make significant contributions to our onboard Flight Management Computer for use in autonomous missions ranging across various customers and utilities. As a **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. employee, you will be expected to own major subsystems, drive planning and execution of large projects, and work closely with other engineers and stakeholders to create innovative solutions for drone flight control and management. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for developing solutions to challenging autonomy problems.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop, test, and maintain software systems that enhance our UAV capabilities
Be a strong individual contributor who can own and implement, sensor integration, communication protocols, and data processing for the Flight Management Computer
Optimize and debug software to ensure optimal performance and reliability in real-world environments
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in drone flight control and management
Collaborate with the rest of the Aircraft and Platform teams to define software requirements and implement new and improved autonomous solutions
Conduct code reviews and write technical documentation
Provide technical support to flight operations
Effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Requirements:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
6 years of experience in Production Level Software Engineering
Expertise in C/C , multi-threading, and algorithm design, analysis, and optimization
Proficiency in Python
Strong math and Linux background
Ability to contribute to the architecture and design of complex native systems
Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git), testing, and code documentation
Nice to have:
Comfortable working with embedded systems for hardware integration
Familiarity with containerization platforms such as Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS ECS
Experience with continuous integration and deployment platforms such as CircleCI (or Jenkins or TravisCI)
UAV or autonomous robotics experience
Relevant Mechanical & Electrical Engineering experience
Experience developing systems in a regulated, safety-critical environment
Experience with the Google test framework
Experience with flight control or autonomy algorithms
Knowledge of drone regulations, such as FAA Part 107 and other international aviation standards
Benefits:
SF Bay Area Salary: $160k-$208k
Stock Options
Free health plan
Dental, vision, life and disability benefits
401(k)
Flexible time off, 15 holidays and paid new parent leave
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

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