LTA Research
Job Overview
Join LTA Research, an aerospace start‑up, as a Senior Software Engineer to help build a revolutionary ‘lighter than air’ flight vehicle. Work within a dynamic engineering and design team to plan, conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test and implement innovative solutions for the design, fabrication and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. Lead hands‑on leadership through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle. Responsibilities
Lead capturing and finalizing software requirements in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, pilots and other cross‑functional stakeholders. Create and maintain design and architecture of safety critical software for aircraft/airship. Lead and perform hands‑on safety critical software implementation and integration activities. Develop comprehensive test sets for validation and verification of released software. Lead root cause analysis of issues stemming from internal and external test activities. Lead software development alongside other systems to verify and validate repeatability and reliability on the airship meeting quality and timing requirements. Develop and establish requirements for associated simulation software. Create and maintain simulation software design documentation and test reports. Lead various levels of software releases for various testing and final usage on the airship. Lead software change request, merge request, software review, etc. activities. Lead and mentor software engineering team members and related development activities. Collaborate with various cross‑functional teams. Lead and/or support training activities. Qualifications and Skills
BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. 7/5 years of experience in a similar Senior Software Engineer role and responsibilities. Proficient in real time operating system and embedded systems based development. Proficient in C#, C++, RTOS, Python, and scripting. Proficient with GitLab based CI‑CD software build toolchain and release. Proficient in common software validation practices and standards. Detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills. Self‑starter as well as a team player, with a can‑do attitude and a desire to learn. Desired Additional Skills
Experience with aviation standards such as DO‑178C or equivalent industry standards. Experience working with EE hardware interfaces such as MCU, communication, sensors, actuators, etc. Experience working with C and/or embedded C. Experience working with PLC systems and HMI. Experience in development of UI for cockpit, instrument cluster, equipment. Basic front‑end and back‑end software architecture‑based development. What We Offer
Relocation assistance Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, 70% for dependents) Company‑paid life, AD&D, long‑term disability, and short‑term disability insurances Parental leave Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays 401(k) matching up to 6% Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions Monthly wellness stipend Monthly cell phone stipend Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields Compliance Requirements
Criminal background check clearance Drug test clearance wherever applicable Salary: $160,000 – $185,000 a year. The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000, which is determined based on experience, geography, and qualifications. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes a very competitive annual bonus, 401(K) match, and other generous benefits. Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
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Join LTA Research, an aerospace start‑up, as a Senior Software Engineer to help build a revolutionary ‘lighter than air’ flight vehicle. Work within a dynamic engineering and design team to plan, conceptualize, rapidly prototype, test and implement innovative solutions for the design, fabrication and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. Lead hands‑on leadership through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle. Responsibilities
Lead capturing and finalizing software requirements in collaboration with flight test engineers, flight operations, pilots and other cross‑functional stakeholders. Create and maintain design and architecture of safety critical software for aircraft/airship. Lead and perform hands‑on safety critical software implementation and integration activities. Develop comprehensive test sets for validation and verification of released software. Lead root cause analysis of issues stemming from internal and external test activities. Lead software development alongside other systems to verify and validate repeatability and reliability on the airship meeting quality and timing requirements. Develop and establish requirements for associated simulation software. Create and maintain simulation software design documentation and test reports. Lead various levels of software releases for various testing and final usage on the airship. Lead software change request, merge request, software review, etc. activities. Lead and mentor software engineering team members and related development activities. Collaborate with various cross‑functional teams. Lead and/or support training activities. Qualifications and Skills
BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. 7/5 years of experience in a similar Senior Software Engineer role and responsibilities. Proficient in real time operating system and embedded systems based development. Proficient in C#, C++, RTOS, Python, and scripting. Proficient with GitLab based CI‑CD software build toolchain and release. Proficient in common software validation practices and standards. Detail oriented and well organized with excellent communication skills. Self‑starter as well as a team player, with a can‑do attitude and a desire to learn. Desired Additional Skills
Experience with aviation standards such as DO‑178C or equivalent industry standards. Experience working with EE hardware interfaces such as MCU, communication, sensors, actuators, etc. Experience working with C and/or embedded C. Experience working with PLC systems and HMI. Experience in development of UI for cockpit, instrument cluster, equipment. Basic front‑end and back‑end software architecture‑based development. What We Offer
Relocation assistance Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, 70% for dependents) Company‑paid life, AD&D, long‑term disability, and short‑term disability insurances Parental leave Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays 401(k) matching up to 6% Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions Monthly wellness stipend Monthly cell phone stipend Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields Compliance Requirements
Criminal background check clearance Drug test clearance wherever applicable Salary: $160,000 – $185,000 a year. The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000, which is determined based on experience, geography, and qualifications. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package, which includes a very competitive annual bonus, 401(K) match, and other generous benefits. Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
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