Avionics Software Architect

Job Title: Avionics Software Architect

Experience: 1317 Years

Education: B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering (Preferred) or equivalent engineering degree

Location: Bangalore

Business Unit: Capgemini Engineering Aerospace & Defense

Key Responsibilities

Software Architecture & System Design

- Define and maintain software architecture for avionics systems, including:
- Flight Control Systems
- Mission Computers
- Cockpit Display Systems
- Communication & Navigation Systems
- Health Monitoring Systems
- Perform software architecture trade-off studies and technology evaluations.
- Translate customer and system requirements into scalable software

architecture and detailed technical specifications.
- Establish software frameworks, reusable components, and design guidelines

across programs.

Aerospace Software Development

- Lead architecture design for real-time embedded software applications.
- Drive implementation using C/C++, Embedded Linux, and RTOS platforms.
- Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, coding standards, and

software quality metrics.
- Support software integration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization

activities. Safety & Certification Compliance
- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and certification requirements:
- DO-178C
- DO-331 (Model-Based Development)

- ARP4754A

- ARP4761
- DO-330
- DO-254 (working knowledge)
- Participate in certification reviews, audits, and customer assessments.
- Support safety analysis activities including FHA, FMEA, FTA, and Hazard

Assessments. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement




- Collaborate directly with global aerospace OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
- Act as technical interface for customers during architecture discussions and

design reviews.
- Present architectural solutions, risk assessments, and technical

recommendations to leadership teams and customers.

Technical Leadership

- Provide architectural guidance to development teams across multiple

geographies.
- Mentor software leads and senior engineers.
- Drive innovation initiatives in areas such as:
- Digital Engineering
- Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- AI-assisted engineering
- Software modernization

Required Technical Skills Avionics & Aerospace Domain
- Strong understanding of avionics architectures and aircraft systems.
- Expertise in avionics communication protocols:
- ARINC 429
- ARINC 664 (AFDX)
- MIL-STD-1553
- CAN
- Ethernet

Software & Embedded Systems
- Strong programming expertise in:
- C
- C++
- Python
- Experience with:
- VxWorks
- Integrity RTOS
- Embedded Linux
- Multi-core architectures
- Partitioned operating systems

Modeling & Tools
- MATLAB/Simulink

- UML/SysML

- Enterprise Architect

- IBM DOORS

- Git

- Jenkins

- JIRA

- Configuration Management tools

Qualifications

Education





- B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering (Preferred).
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or Systems

Engineering is a plus.

Experience

- 13–18 years of experience in aerospace embedded software development.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in software architecture or technical

leadership roles.
- Proven experience delivering DO-178C-compliant software programs.
- Experience working with global aerospace customers and distributed

engineering teams.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
- Exposure to avionics cybersecurity standards and secure software

development.
- Knowledge of FACE, MOSA, or Open Mission Systems architectures.
- Experience in Agile and Secure development methodologies.
- Familiarity with Digital Thread and Digital Twin concepts.

Key Competencies
- Strong systems-thinking and architecture mindset.
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional and global engineering teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

Position Grade: Senior Architect / Principal Architect- Grade D1 Reporting To: Delivery Manager / Engineering Director – Aerospace & Defense

Domain: Aerospace, Defense & AvionicsRole & responsibilities

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