Aviation Software Engineer

Pigs Fly AI AB

About Optimen Optimen is a certified "Great Place to Work" and a strategic delivery partner for Jeppesen ForeFlight. We specialize in aeronautical technology and resource optimization for the global airline industry. With 19 years of experience, with operations in Mexico, USA and Canada, we operate as an extension of our clients' IT departments. We are entrusted with the configuration, development, and delivery of Jeppesen’s Crew and Fleet Portfolio. Carriers such as Aeromexico, Volaris, LATAM, Avianca and TAP Air Portugal rely on Optimen to solve their most complex operational challenges. We are now establishing a Center of Excellence in Sweden to lead critical implementation projects around the world, bridging the gap between client stakeholders and our engineering hubs. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the implementation of Jeppesen Crew Tracking solutions within a complex, rule-driven operational environment. This is an operational transformation role. Implementing these systems represents a fundamental shift in how an airline operates. You will: Guide the customer toward business value and operational excellence, ensuring the system delivers real efficiency rather than just a schedule. Work with the Client Solution Owner (CSO) and the implementation team to navigate complex requirements, steering the client toward optimization best practices. Balance strict commercial governance (protecting scope) with outcome-based delivery (ensuring efficiency and cost benefits). Bridge the gap between European client stakeholders and our engineering teams in Mexico, coordinating the delivery of Collective Labour Agreement rules, system integration, and tracking optimization logic. Operate at a Program Manager level (managing governance, value realization, and commercial scope) while demonstrating Autonomous Delivery Leadership (managing sprints and execution). Key Responsibilities Value Realization & Operational Transformation Outcome-Driven Leadership: Guide the customer toward measurable value. Work with the CSO to constructively challenge assumptions and align the client with efficient industry standards. Operational Impact: Ensure project deliverables result in tangible operational advantages, such as improved crew efficiency, reduced disruption costs, and automated compliance. Adoption & Change: Champion the business change aspect of the project, supporting client stakeholders as they navigate the cultural shifts required to adopt new optimization technologies. Strategic Governance & Commercial Control Scope & Change Control: Diligently monitor project scope to minimize creep. You will be responsible for identifying "out-of-scope" requests (e.g., new CLA rule interpretations) and utilizing formal change management procedures to ensure proper billing and agreement. End-to-End Ownership: Own the full lifecycle of the engagement, ensuring outcomes align with contract schedules, profitability, and client value. Steering & Governance: Establish and operate joint governance processes, including steering committees, status cadence, and transparent reporting/escalation to C-level stakeholders. Technical Delivery & Agile Leadership Agile Orchestration: Act as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach when necessary. You will facilitate ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Retrospectives) and protect the technical team from unnecessary disruption. Complex Configuration Management: Oversee the delivery of critical scope drivers, including Collective Labour Agreements (Union Contracts), tracking optimization strategies, and data integrations. Required Qualifications Experience: More than 6 years of Project Management experience, specifically managing complex software implementations (SaaS) for external customers. Consultative Approach: Proven ability to guide clients through complex operational changes, focusing on customer outcomes and business value. Commercial Change Management: Proven experience managing Scope Creep and Change Orders in fixed-price or complex time-and-materials contracts. Technical Proficiency: Requires a strong technical foundation and business acumen, with the ability to navigate the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and manage complex integrations. Agile Methodology: Proven experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is essential, with the capability to act as a Scrum Master. Airline Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the airline business, specifically Crew Management (Pairing, Rostering, Tracking) or Operations Control (OCC) is required. Communication: Fluent in English (written and verbal) with the ability to clearly convey complex information to all stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Airline Experience: Experience working with medium and large airline carriers and complex labor union environments. Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish is a strong asset to facilitate collaboration with our engineering centers in Latin America. Jeppesen Ecosystem: Prior experience with Jeppesen ForeFlight products (Crew Tracking, Carmen Systems legacy) or the Rave modeling language. Certifications: PMI-ACP, PMP, or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certifications are valued.

Heartaerospace

At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade. Your mission As part of the Flight Mechanisms team, you will be responsible for design, development, validation, and eventually certification of components including primary and secondary flight control actuators, propulsion and landing gear components, and environmental control (ECS) components. You will work with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers across teams to build and fly complex systems. Key responsibilities include but are not limited * The opportunity to exercise full ownership over the design, fabrication and test of novel flight components. * You will lead the design of crucial subcomponents including gears, bearings, seals. * Design, build and test components to environmental qualification standards such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar. * Work will a cross-functional team developing electronic and software control systems. (This position can be hired as a Mechanical Design Engineer or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer ) Skills & Requirements: You'll Bring These Qualifications for Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms * 2+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar). * Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop) * Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems. * Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry. You'll Bring These Qualifications for Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms * 5+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar). * Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop) * Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems. * Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry. These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: * Thorough familiarity with aerospace design and regulatory standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar. * Demonstrated experience with hand-calculation methods for preliminary and verification analysis of complex mechanical systems. * Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing fundamentals, including advanced GD&T concepts and application for mechanisms. * Proven capability to take designs from concept through to analysis and production, working independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Education * Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or similar engineering discipline. Base Pay Range:  $124,000—$176,000 USD

Heartaerospace

At Heart Aerospace, we are developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane capable of carrying 30 passengers, boasting an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 800 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade. Your mission We are seeking a highly motivated Flight Systems Engineer to join our  Mechanisms team. You will play a crucial role in the system-level design, bring up, debugging, and certification of distributed systems across the ES-30 aircraft. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and certify the first commercial electric-hybrid aircraft. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Lead the design of essential systems by collaborating cross-functionally with flight science, software, electrical, mechanical, and safety engineers. * Lead in-vehicle debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of system-level issues, across electrical, mechanical and software systems. Work across multiple teams to find and efficient solution. * Support bring-up and maintenance of prototype aircraft, integration test benches, Hardware-in-the-Loop environments, and virtual simulation platforms. * Create and execute system-level integration plans for a complete system or subsystem. * Contribute to the software verification and validation strategy in accordance with DO-178C objectives. You'll Bring These Qualifications: * 2+ years of experience in system integration, ideally in the aerospace or automotive domain. * Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, …), and system-level integration practices. * Proficiency in Rust, C/C++, or Python for automation and testing. * Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and integration frameworks. * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: * Experience with DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160G, DO-331, or other safety-critical standards. * Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry Education * Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field. Base Pay Range:  $118,000—$238,000 USD