AV System Architect - Remote

Overview

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

We are seeking a System Architect to help lead the design and integration of advanced software and hardware systems across our autonomous vehicle platform. This role bridges engineering disciplines to ensure system performance and scalability as AeroVect continues to develop its autonomous solutions.

In Short

• Drive the definition, evolution, verification, and deployment of dependable, safety-critical systems for autonomous vehicle architecture in the airport driving environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on a cohesive strategy for architecture and integration.
• Architect solutions for scalability and usability, ensuring robust performance in time- and safety-critical production operations.
• Oversee E2E system integration, collaborating to identify and resolve architectural issues.
• Lead design reviews and design trade-off analyses.
• Translate key stakeholder needs into tiered system requirements.
• Define and monitor KPIs for data-driven engineering and system performance.
• Support FMEA analyses and risk assessments.
• Mentor engineers in system-level thinking and interface design.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience designing and deploying complex, integrated systems with safety-critical components.
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems and integration.
• Demonstrated experience with system documentation, including requirements, architecture and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Ability to communicate technical issues and solutions across all levels of the organization.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to engage deeply and enjoy the work in a fast-paced startup environment with distributed, multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical thinking abilities.
• Proximity to Atlanta, open to travel up to 25%.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a groundbreaking field of autonomous systems.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Engage with leading companies in aviation and technology.
• Potential for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working arrangements.