Electronics Firmware Engineer

Company: Pivotal
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in January 2024.Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.About the jobAs part of the Firmware Engineering team, you will drive the development and maintenance of the manufacturing test systems used for eVTOL aircraft.Responsibilities

• Design and implement control algorithms for a eVTOL aircraft
• Oversee and conduct trade studies between different design considerations
• Design and recommend sensor interfaces
• Implement code and V&V
• Collaborate with the systems engineering and other engineering specialty teams to define requirements related to the eVTOL aircraft and systems safetyQualifications
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • Extensive experience with low level interfaces e.g., SPI, I2C, CAN FD, and UARTs
  • Experience writing firmware (C/C++) for MCUs in embedded systems
  • Experience writing python scripts and python development
  • Experience reading circuit schematics with schematic capture tools
  • Proficient at troubleshooting circuits with appropriate lab toolsBonus Qualifications
    • 3+ years of relevant experience with embedded development
    • Experience with statistical analysis
    • Experience taking at least one product through the entire development processFamiliarity/experience with one or more of the following:
      • Prototype and medium volume manufacturing
      • BLDC Motor Controller integration/testing
      • Lithium-based battery testing/monitoring
      • Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviationPersonal Attributes
        • Resourceful, curious, and never satisfied with the status quo
        • Always thinking about how to make things more efficient
        • Thrive in a fast-moving, stimulating, and supportive team environment
        • Strong work ethic and detail-oriented
        • Love learning and being challengedApplicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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