Senior Technical Lead - DO 178B, C++, Embedded Software

HCL Technologies Limited

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer to support avionics and embedded software development for 4th generation platform systems. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in hardware/software integration testing, low-level testing, and DO 178C compliant environments, with a background in aircraft power distribution and mission critical embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Verification & Validation (V&V) activities for avionics and embedded software systems supporting the E 7A platform.
• Execute Hardware/Software Integration Testing (HSIT), low level testing, and module level testing.
• Conduct testing and debugging using Micro Board In Loop (MBIL) test setups or equivalent test stands.
• Perform Data Coupling and Control Coupling Analysis (DCCCA) and Structural Coverage Analysis (SCA) to support certification objectives.
• Develop and execute test procedures in alignment with DO 178C processes and program requirements.
• Support requirements management, change control, and traceability using Polarion CM/CR and DOORS.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software engineering teams to resolve defects and ensure system compliance.
• Contribute to certification artifacts, test reports, and program reviews.
  
  

Skill Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong working knowledge of Polarion CM/CR and IBM DOORS.
• Hands-on experience with microprocessors such as MPC5554 and MPC7448.
• Experience with communication bus protocols, including:
• TTP (Time Triggered Protocol)
• ARINC 429
• Prior experience with PDS (Secondary Power Distribution Systems).
• Familiarity with Secondary Power Distribution Systems in avionics environments.
• Proven experience working within DO 178C compliant development and verification processes.
• Strong background in integration testing, low level embedded testing, and fault isolation.
• Experience executing tests on MBIL or equivalent avionics test benches.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Scripting experience with TCL and/or Python for test automation or analysis.
• Prior involvement in certification efforts for safety critical avionics software.
• Experience working on military or ISR aircraft platforms is a plus.
  
  

Work Environment

• Program-driven engineering environment with close collaboration across V&V, systems, hardware, and software teams.
• Hands-on lab and test bench focused role.