Technical Specialist - DO 178B, C++, Embedded Software
United States
Job Description
Technical Specialist - DO 178B, C++, Embedded Software
Los Angeles, California

Job Summary

Technical Expert, Engineering, Flight Control Laws Design, Development and Analysis

  • You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, PhD degree is preferred in Aerospace Engineering
  • You must have a minimum of 10 years of pertinent experience in the development of Flight Control Laws for FBW (Fly-By-Wire) aircraft
  • You must be versed in aircraft flight dynamics with an in depth understanding of aerodynamics
  • You must be versed in "classical" and “modern” control systems design techniques for SISO and MIMO systems and be familiar with advanced control laws techniques and methods
  • You must have good understanding of control law evaluation techniques, linear and non-linear and testing procedures
  • You must have a good understanding of aircraft stability, handling qualities, and control with a pilot-in-the-loop
  • You should have a good understanding of DO-178B standards, system requirements verification and validation methods and certification of complex software
  • You must be proficient in using Matlab and Simulink as a simulation, aircraft/system modeling and control law development tool
  • You should possess a good understanding of state estimation or Kalman filtering

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and improve both new and existing CLaws design as well the corresponding assessment tools using Matlab and C++ programming
  • Support CLaws, autopilot, and navigation design development for R&D projects
  • Develop CLaws and systems requirements
  • Perform CLaws requirements validation and verification (V&V) for any Claws updates and/or new Claws designs
  • Verify and deliver the CLaws in accordance with the DO-178B standard and SAE ARP 4754
  • Design and develop pilot in the loop CLaws based on handling quality requirements, flight and structural envelope protection requirements, performance requirements, test pilot assessments and aircraft level requirements
  • Evaluate CLaws and FBW system failures, system stability and performance with analytical methods, desktop simulations, pilot in the loop simulator tests and flight test data
  • Support integration of CLAWS into various test rigs and supplier hardware (i.e. integrate into PFCC for Collins, Thales, NRC, CMC, etc)

Skill Requirements

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Other Requirements

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Maximum Salary (US):  154000
Minimum Salary (US):  101000
Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.