Sr. Autonomy Systems Engineer
Company: Supernal
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: May 24, 2023
Job Description:
Supernal is at the forefront of creating emerging mobility
solutions that will foster the development of human-centered
cities. We are designing a completely new electric vertical
take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft tailored to the mobility
needs of future cities. This allows passengers a seamless
intermodal journey that safely transports them to their final
destination. We fuse research in autonomy, robotics, aviation and
services to define a new category of mobility for the world's
communities. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to
help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving
people's ability to move - whether for work or play.What we do: The
Autonomy Systems Engineer is responsible for Autonomy product
requirements definition and decomposition, systems design and
analysis, systems integration, test, and verification. The engineer
works as part of the Autonomy team to develop and mature the
automation technologies that are central to the Supernal AAM
vision.What you can do:
- Use MBSE to coordinate ConOps development, requirements
definition and decomposition, performing functional analysis,
defining system architecture, crafting detailed Interface Control
Documents (ICDs), supporting system level trade studies,
participating in peer reviews throughout the product lifecycle of
design, development, integration, and test
- Define system level requirements for Autonomy capabilities,
end-end behavior, and applicable performance metrics
- Where appropriate, develop sub-system requirements with
sufficient traceability and assist in establishing traceability
workflows and tools
- Along with Aircraft level System Engineering team, codevelop
relevant analyses (Eg. SOTIF, Hazard Analysis etc.) in order to
develop and define requirements
- Collaboratively define, negotiate, and document interface
contracts between various parts of the software architecture
- Evaluate Autonomy system failure modes, reliability, and
overall safety and Develop verification and validation plans and
demonstrate coverage against requirements
- Creates tools and techniques to optimize, analyze, and validate
performance
- Develop and guide the DO-178C development process effort
through all phases of a formal software development lifecycle
- Work with Standards organizations, regulatory bodies, and
research groups to help influence the development and maturation of
the AAM ecosystem and technologies
- Other duties as assignedWhat you can contribute:
- Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, or
mathematics field, or related field required
- A minimum of five (5) years of related experience (an
equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered)
- Experience with Requirement Management Tool DOORS and MBSE Tool
Rhapsody (IBM tool suite)
- Experience with model based, code generation tools (e.g.
MATLAB/Simulink, SCADE)
- Experience with an embedded programming language (e.g., C, C++,
Rust, Ada)
- Experience with agile software development practices, highly
automated systems, regulatory environments, and embedded
devices
- Proficiency with Jira (Agile tool)
- Strong architectural thinker with attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and
accomplish work within time constraints
- Self-motivated and forward-thinking personalityYou may also be
able to contribute:
- Master's degree in a relevant field preferredAny offer of
employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a
background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value
diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender,
gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may
request to be provided reasonable accommodation to participate in
the job application or interview process, to perform essential job
functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: This
position will include access to certain technology and/or software
source code, that will be subject to U.S. export control laws. If
an export license or other export control authorization is required
in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent
upon Supernal's receipt of such license or authorization and
approvals and your continued compliance with all conditions and
limitations contained in such license or authorization.Base pay
offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related
knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus
as part of total compensation.The pay range for this position is:
$166,400—$232,960 USDClick or visit: to view our benefits!
Keywords: Supernal, Walnut Creek , Sr. Autonomy Systems Engineer, Other , Walnut Creek, California
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