Flight Controls Software - Systems Integration Lead

Overview

Archer is seeking a Flight Controls Software - Systems Integration Lead to own the end-to-end integration of flight control software across flight platforms and simulation environments. In this senior role, you will lead a cross-functional team of software, hardware, and verification engineers to ensure safety-critical flight software meets requirements, interfaces cleanly with autopilot hardware and avionics, and is validated through hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop testing. You will define system-level interfaces, drive integration plans, troubleshoot complex integration issues, and contribute to architectural decisions that enable safe, scalable flight control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems integration activities for flight control software across platforms and simulators.
• Define and maintain system interfaces between flight software, autopilot firmware, and hardware components.
• Collaborate with software teams on architecture, verification, and validation plans.
• Develop and maintain integration test plans including HIL/SIL testing.
• Mentor engineers and coordinate with suppliers and hardware teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards and security best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or Computer Science.
• 7+ years of experience in flight control software or avionics systems.
• Strong experience in embedded systems and real-time software development (C/C++).
• Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex integration programs.
• Familiarity with aviation safety standards and DO-178C/DO-254 is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence architecture decisions.

About Archer

Archer develops advanced flight software and systems for next-generation urban air mobility and autonomous aircraft platforms, focusing on safe, scalable, and reliable flight control solutions.