Staff Software Engineer (Integrated Test)

We are looking for a SW engineer experienced in simulation environments and tools for our integrated test organization that is at the center of the validation and verification activities for Archer’s VTOL aircraft. It’s high-ownership, high-visibility work that directly enables our path to certification and commercial operations

Design and build simulation environments for integrated labs, HILs and SW benches used in aircraft validation and verification

Own the tools and interfaces for the above labs for optimizing workflows and ensuring configuration management and traceability that supports certification and regulatory requirements

Integrate third-party software and hardware systems into simulation architectures, collaborating closely with internal teams and suppliers

Develop and optimize simulation pipelines with CI/CD integration for automated deployment, execution, and monitoring

Set technical standards, mentor other engineers, lead work breakdowns and planning, and drive resolution of complex issues across labs- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace, Software, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Strong problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and trouble-shooting skills

Hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and agile workflows

Strong C/C++ and Python skills

Comfortable with planning, execution, and technical mentorship of teammates

Experience with MATLAB/Simulink in a real-time simulation environment

8+ years of experience in building and maintaining HW-in-the-loop test simulation environments and associated SW tools

Strong command of communication protocols: RS-422/485, CAN/CAN-FD, ARINC-429, Ethernet/TCP-IP

Proficiency in the NI software suite (LabVIEW, VeriStand)

Experience in aerospace, spacecraft, or autonomous vehicles

Experience in real-time OS development

Startup or fast-paced aerospace development experience

Familiarity with FAA frameworks and DO-178 standards