Software Project Engineer

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 Software Project Engineer supports the software organization through both on the ground planning work and strategic project management. This position works with our multi-functional downstream customers to understand their needs and timelines and incorporates those into our release planning. They support the team tasked with executing software for a particular product and incorporates all software projects into a regular aircraft software release. This role works closely with the software managers to drive continuous improvement of software development of complex civil aircraft software within the organization.

Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What you can do:

• Establish and manage a project management support cadence for each software project including communicating status in all directions, addressing customer needs, and planning
• Integrate all software projects into one load plan
• Manage the configuration control activities so that they comply with DO-178C
• Automate measurement of software organization performance and velocity to drive gains to these measurements
• Establish and govern process for prioritizing work aligned with the company and department’s goals
• Support strategic planning of the software group
• Partner with PMO organization to execute build plan
• Requires up to 10% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related fields required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in embedded software project management (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Experience with a CI/CD in an embedded hardware project
• Familiarity with avionic systems
• Strong logic and problem-solving skills
• Able to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Excel VLOOKUP, pivot tables, MS Office Suite

You may also be able to contribute:

• Experience with civilian aircraft development processes (ARP-4754, ARP-4761, DO-178C, DO-254) preferred

Any 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, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a 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: ta-support@supernal.aero

This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).