Validation and Verification Engineer, Aviation Engineering
Skyryse
El Segundo, CA · $120k–$145k a year · Posted November 7, 2026
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About the job
We're on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight.
VALIDATION & VERIFICATION ENGINEER, AVIATION ENGINEERING - EL SEGUNDO, CA
In this role, you will be responsible for the verification, validation, and quality assurance of Fly-by-Wire software, Display software, and FPGA firmware. You will create, execute, review tests at the high-level and low-level requirement levels, including FPGA requirements-based verification through simulation and hardware testing. You will also review requirements, design, code, and HDL using checklists. The ideal candidate will be familiar with ARP 4754A, DO-178C, DO-331, and DO-254, and capable of facilitating all FAA/DER reviews (SO1-1 to SO1-4 for software, and the equivalent DO-254 stages of involvement for airborne electronic hardware).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and conduct flight-critical tests and reviews of the Flight Control System software per DO-178C and DO-331
Plan and execute Display software V&V per DO-178C, including requirements-based testing of display formats, symbology, pilot interactions, alerting, and data interfaces, and develop automated display test frameworks and test executives
Plan and execute FPGA firmware verification per DO-254, including requirements-based HDL simulation, test bench development, code coverage analysis, elemental analysis, and in-target hardware testing
Develop embedded systems test benches and perform processor-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop testing across multiple software, display, and FPGA components
Develop verification testing tools and automation, qualify the test stand, and develop qualification procedures for the same
Develop and maintain software and hardware certification plans and artifacts (e.g., SVP, HVP, verification tests and procedures, verification results, and compliance reports)
Perform structural coverage analysis for software (LDRA or equivalent) and HDL code coverage for FPGA designs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering discipline
3+ years of experience in software, firmware, or hardware engineering in the certification of software and systems
Experience developing software or hardware test and verification documents
Experience with dSPACE or similar HIL tools
Experience in Python, C, C++, and MATLAB
Working knowledge of CAN, RTD, serial communication, ARINC 429, and UART
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
Experience designing, developing, verifying, and certifying display software per DO-178C
Experience verifying and certifying FPGA designs per DO-254 (DAL A/B preferred), including proficiency in VHDL and/or Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, or cocotb test benches, and HDL simulation and synthesis tools such as Questa/ModelSim, Vivado, or Libero
Experience with lab equipment for in-hardware verification (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers)
Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and influence the organization
WHY SKYRYSE?
The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
Salary: $120,000 - $145,000
Valuable stock option plan
Heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans
Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy
A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun-to-work-with colleagues!
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.
WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.