Safety Critical Systems Lead

SkyGrid, a Boeing, SparkCognition company, is powering the next generation of aviation. We are solving the industry’s biggest challenge integrating unmanned aircraft into complex, rapidly changing airspace. SkyGrid is defining a future where autonomous and highly automated aircraft operate without the need for onboard pilots. We develop the safety-of-life approved flight operations management services for such aircraft to ensure operations of all participants in the air transportation system are safe and secure.     

The SkyGrid team is looking for a Safety Critical Systems Lead (going forward referred as IPT lead) responsible for the development, integration, and testing of a high integrity  system, which hosts safety of human life functions for UAM (Urban Air Mobility) operations. The high integrity system shall be developed in accordance with ARP 4754A/B and DO178C standards, therefore the IPT lead shall demonstrate previous experience in leading the design and qualification of avionic grade systems or similar. This person will be the technical lead of a multidisciplinary integrated team composed of system engineers, software engineers, V&V (Verification & Validation) engineers, and autonomy engineers. The IPT Lead is responsible for technical decisions, planning, executing, and delivering the associated documentation and software according to the program plan. This person coordinates team activities with the other IPT leads and reports the progress to the System Engineering Manager and the Chief Engineer. 

• Release the system specifications for upcoming design reviews. 
• Update the safety critical system design and architecture within the System/Subsystem Design Description following finalization of the design trades.   
• Support R&D gate maturation reviews as needed.  

• Lead the safety critical system design to enable UAM flight monitoring and traffic surveillance per industry standards.  
• Lead the development, decomposition, and tracking of safety critical system requirements from initial design to final verification and validation.  
• Lead the development, modeling, and documentation of the safety critical system’s functional and physical architecture.   
• Lead the identification of the safety critical system interfaces and support the integration of data service providers.  
• Support the development and review of test plans and documentation ensuring that test execution will result in a successful requirement verification.  
• Support component procurement and conduct system trade studies.   
• Support design reviews through the system development.  
• Support technology maturation of advanced system functionality per industry standards. 
• Supervise the estimating, developing, and tracking ofHardware and Software JIRA tasks with High Integrity HW/SW/Test leads. 
• Responsible for the system HW/SW deliveries per the program plan.  
• Provide executive status reports to leadership as required during weekly status check and monthly PMR's. 

• Bachelor's degree inSystems, Software, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related STEM degree from an accredited university or college.  
• 10+ years of experience working in a highly technical, safety critical, aerospace-related industry. 
• 5+ years of experience as a technical team leader with responsibilities over design, implementation, and qualification of complex avionic or other safety critical systems.
• Understands the UAM construct and is familiar with the concept of PSU functions and their role in the UAM implementation. 
• Experience working on certified aerospace programs with all phases of the SE (Systems Engineering) design process: ConOps, requirements development, software/System Architecture, System Integration and Test, verification, validation, and certification.  
• Familiarity with ARP 4754A and be able to support System Safety reviews per ARP 4761.  
• Understands the implication of DO178C/DO278A and DO331 development process.  
• Proven experience of system/software architectural design.  
• Effective communication skills, self-driven, and capable of participating in senior leadership discussions. 
• Must demonstrate the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.  
• Able to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.  
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and practices, requirements, and tools (e.g., Polarion). 
• Demonstrates mastery of system architecture concepts and understands the implications of choices down to the implementation level.

• Familiarity with network communication systems (e.g., client-server architecture).  
• Familiarity with air operations and/or UAM/AAM operations and concepts.  
• Advanced Engineering degree (Masters) from an accredited institution.  
• Familiarity with MBSE tool (e.g., Cameo).  
• Familiarity with traffic surveillance, aeronautical databases, weather data. 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
• Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
• Headspace Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
• Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
• Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development
• Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
• Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.