Avionics Software Architect

Location: Montreal

Overview
At Wisk, we’re transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all‑electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high‑impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we’re making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

Chez Wisk, nous transformons l’avenir de la mobilité urbaine en proposant des vols sécuritaires, entièrement électriques et autonomes. Nous sommes une équipe passionnée qui travaille ensemble pour un avenir durable, en résolvant des problèmes à fort impact qui n’ont jamais été résolus auparavant. En proposant des vols quotidiens à portée de tous, nous faisons en sorte qu’il soit possible de passer moins de temps dans les transports et plus de temps à profiter.

Si vous voulez faire partie du futur de la mobilité, poursuivez la lecture !

Location & Travel
Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Montreal, Canada office. This role will require 10% travel; varies based on peaks and valleys of the project.

Responsibilities

Act as a Senior Staff Software Engineer in a software architect capacity, for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market.

Take part in the development of embedded airborne software per DO‑178C and its supplements with the full life cycle processes and activities.

Help support problem‑solving activities throughout the development of software and integration within avionics systems and other systems.

Work closely with Software Engineers from multiple Integrated Product Teams, Systems Engineers, suppliers, contractors, and Software Certification teams.

Plan and execute mentorship programs with junior Software Engineers.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electronics, or relevant engineering discipline. Typically a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 8 years of experience with a Master's degree, or 5 years of experience with a PhD’s degree.

Worked on various aerospace projects governed by DO‑178C and its supplements to define software architecture.

Strong foundation in software and hardware, with deep understanding of computer architecture, including microcontrollers, FPGA, memory management and peripherals.

Familiarity with RTOS concepts such as scheduling, synchronization and memory management; applied understanding of RTOS (Deos, safe

RTOS, VxWorks, etc.) and/or bare metal design.

Knowledge of bootloaders, interrupt handling and communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, CAN, RS485, Arinc
429, Ethernet.

Ability to think from a system level perspective and understand the relationship between software and hardware.

Highly motivated, self‑starting individual with strong communication skills and a positive team player.

Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Wisk Aero offers equal employment opportunities and is an affirmative action employer. Employment is based on qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (company pays 100% of employee premium), 9 off Fridays for full‑time employees, 20 days of PTO, 10 company holidays, a retirement savings plan with 100% company matching up to 8% of eligible earnings, education assistance, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.

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