Avionics Verification Lead

What we do:

The Avionics Verification Lead is responsible for all testing and verification activities for the Avionics and Electrical team. This includes high-level and low-level testing organization for software build release, supplier coordination of their testing efforts, coordination with Systems Engineering on aircraft level testing, and flight test management. This role works closely with the Avionics Software and Systems Leads as well as with the Sr. Avionics and Electrical Manager on scheduling content and release date. The Verification Lead compiles all test data and documentation artifacts, and the build release final package.

What you can do:

• Accountable for oversight and planning of all Avionics testing and verification activities for compliance with DO-178C, ARP 4754A, ARP 4761, and other standards
• Support definition of System Integration Lab test equipment and build up of test capabilities to support Avionics test activities
• Organization of Avionics high-level testing and Safety of Flight tests in systems integration lab (SIL)
• Support defining Avionics test requirements in DOORS
• Coordinate with Avionics Lead and Avionics supplier on low-level software testing efforts
• Coordinate aircraft level testing pertaining to the Avionics with the Test and Evaluation team to meet testing and certification verification, and interface with certification authorities in topics related with verification
• Oversight and organization of Avionics flight testing and participation in the flight test campaign
• Build test plans for both systems integration labs and on-aircraft testing
• Compile all test and documentation artifacts for software build release packages
• Compile and present test results, controlling dispositions, and open issues.
• Control issues using a formal CR process
• Support the configuration control of the Avionics equipment in the SIL
• Coordinate with the Avionics team and associated supplier to be able to make a flightworthy recommendation of the Avionics system based on various metrics like level of testing, new changes, regression testing, and open issues
• Evaluate change impact analysis to the various parts of the Avionics system based on issues found or when evaluating change requests
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, electrical, or a relevant engineering field required
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in avionics and/or flight control systems (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Experience in integration, testing, and verification of avionics and/or flight control systems
• Experience with supplier testing coordination and management
• Experience with requirements verification testing in a system integration lab
• Experience with software build release management
• Experience with manned and/or unmanned aircraft systems design
• Strong understanding of ARP 4754A and DO-178B/C
• Basic understanding DO-254 and ARP 4761, DO-331
• Familiarity with aircraft certification FAA 14 CFR Part 23/27/29/25

You may also be able to contribute:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
• Self-motivated and forward-thinking
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Familiarity with MathWorks tools

Last updated on Aug 20, 2024