Flight Software Director

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Aerospace Engineering ARP4754A Standards Collaboration and Leadership DO-178C Compliance Fault Detection Flight Control Logic Flight Software Development GNC Algorithms Real-time Embedded Systems State Estimation

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Flight Software & Algorithms to lead our Flight Software, GNC, autonomy, and simulation teams. The ideal candidate will own the architecture, development, integration, and validation of flight-critical software, ensuring safety and performance in aerospace systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage teams focused on Flight Software, GNC, autonomy, and simulation.
  • Oversee the development of real-time embedded software for flight computers, controllers, sensors, and avionics.
  • Drive the development of GNC algorithms, state estimation, fault detection, and flight-control logic.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Avionics, Flight Controls, and Flight Test for seamless integration.
  • Establish and maintain software development processes in line with DO-178C, ARP4754A, and relevant certification standards.
Requirements & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in flight software, embedded systems, GNC, or autonomy for aerospace or robotics.
  • 5+ years of engineering leadership experience managing managers and senior technical leaders.
  • Proven experience delivering safety-critical or real-time embedded software for aircraft, spacecraft, or autonomous vehicles.
  • Deep understanding of control theory, estimation, navigation, and flight-control algorithms.
  • Strong familiarity with DO-178C, ARP4754A, and safety-critical development processes.
  • Passion for aviation and sustainable transportation.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguity and build structure where needed.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.

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Job Type: Remote

Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience: Entry

Duration: Months

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