Sr. Embedded SW/FW Motor Control 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 Propulsion & Dynamic Systems team is responsible for the design, integration, qualification, and certification of the electric motor, motor control electronics, drive systems, thermal systems, and rotor systems. The Sr. Motor Control SW/FW Engineer will work closely with Motor Control and Flight Controls Engineers to develop and implement software and/or firmware necessary to operate the electric motor. We are looking for a self-starter and highly motivated engineer with a thirst for learning.

This position will be required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What you can do:

• Lead design, development, and implementation of basic software for control of electric motors in accordance with DO-178B
• Create unit tests, integration tests, and system-level tests to ensure firmware functionality and coverage of the requirements
• Lead test and verification of software using Software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and dyno testing
• Lead integration of the inverter with the controller(s) to support testing and also integration with the aircraft
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to suppliers and the Supernal software team for the software development process
• Collaborate with suppliers/partners on technical development topics to ensure program milestones are achieved
• Participate in system safety evaluations
• Participate in the development of software plans, processes, and guidelines
• Partner with PMO organization to implement build plan
• Up to 10% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned 

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science required; Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in developing firmware for embedded systems, ideally in the aerospace industry (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Proficiency with embedded firmware development in C/C++
• Strong understanding of motor control theory and algorithms for AC motors
• Experience with pulse width modulation (PWM) schemes, including SPWM and SVPWM
• Experience with developing and maintaining DBC files and working with CANalyzer, CANape, and CANoe
• Experience with communication protocols such as A429, A825 CAN, and RS485
• Experience working with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems and code generation
• Proficient with modeling, simulation, and validation using Matlab/Simulink
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
•  Proficiency with Excel VLOOKUP, pivot tables, MS Office Suite

You may also be able to contribute:

• Hands-on prototyping experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of electric powertrain components, including AC/DC converters, battery chargers, inverters, EMI filters, and high-voltage power distribution preferred
• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering protocols and standards preferred
• Experience with 500-1200 VDC systems preferred
• Experience working in the aviation industry preferred
• Experience working with regulatory agencies preferred
• Familiarity with aviation standards such as RTCA DO-178C, DO-254A; and SAE ARP4761 and ARP4754 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: [email protected]

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).