Electra Aero-posted 13 days ago
$160,000 - $200,000/Yr
Full-time • Principal
Hybrid • Manassas, VA

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility, by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field-sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation - the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation. Position Overview Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a dynamic and energetic Principal Software Systems Engineer . This role will serve as the technical leader and architect for software development processes on the EL9 program . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft software engineering and FAA Certification within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

  • Serve as the program's technical leader for software development processes.
  • Define and maintain the company's software development strategy aligned to FAA Part 23 requirements, DO-178C, and SAE ARP4754A.
  • Oversee Tier 1 suppliers in the development of safety-critical and non-safety-critical application software, ensuring adherence to program requirements, certification standards, and contractual obligations.
  • Develop, review, and approve software plans and process documents (e.g., Software Development Plans, Software Configuration Management Plans).
  • Coordinate with Systems Engineering, Certification, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to flow down software requirements and assess supplier capabilities.
  • Evaluate supplier software processes and perform audits or reviews as needed to ensure compliance and technical adequacy.
  • Support safety and certification efforts including software aspects of certification (SOI) audits and liaise with FAA/EASA representatives as .
  • Provide technical guidance on software tool qualification and verification/validation activities.
  • Lead risk management activities related to software development and integration.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on all matters related to software development processes.
  • Lead and manage the software development process at Electra, from requirements gathering through design, implementation, testing and deployment.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline ( Master's preferred).
  • 8 + years of experience in software engineering within the aerospace domain, with significant experience in safety-critical software.
  • Deep understanding of aviation software standards, particularly DO-178C, and experience in software certification and regulatory processes.
  • Experience leading software development processes in an aircraft development or avionics program.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and oversee supplier software development and verification activities.
  • Strong understanding of system safety principles and software lifecycle management.
  • Proficiency in software development tools and languages, and software testing frameworks and methodologies.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Experience with FAA Part 23 or Part 25 certification programs.
  • Experience leading development of safety-critical software (DAL A or B) on a civil certification program.
  • Experience across the full life-cycle development of aircraft systems, from initial design and analysis to testing, certification, and operational monitoring.
  • Experience working on fly-by-wire and/or electric propulsion aircraft systems.
  • Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
  • Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.
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