Embedded SW Development
A3i Systems provides a complete suite of services for the development, verification, and maintenance of safety-critical embedded software, adhering strictly to global aerospace and automotive standards. Our experienced team ensures your software is robust, reliable, and fully certifiable.
Full-Lifecycle Development and Compliance
We manage the entire software development lifecycle, from foundational design to final operational readiness.
Aerospace Standards (DO-178C)
We offer full lifecycle development for DO-178C (Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification), covering all stages from the initial PSAC (Plan for Software Aspects of Certification) to the final SAS (Software Accomplishment Summary).
System Software
Our expertise includes developing critical system components such as:
- • BSP (Board Support Package)
- • Boot loaders
- • Data loaders
- • Built-in-test (BIT) software
Application Environment
We develop applications for various operating environments, including:
- • Bare Metal environments
- • COTS Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- • Linux environments
- • Specialized Graphics Library development
FPGA Development (DO-254)
We also handle the full lifecycle development of FPGA software (firmware), ensuring compliance from PHAC (Plan for Hardware Aspects of Certification) to the final HAS (Hardware Accomplishment Summary).
Automotive Standards
Our services also cover software development and verification for the automotive sector, following ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 standards.
Standards We Support
Rigorous Verification and Validation (V&V)
Our V&V process is meticulous, utilizing a range of sophisticated testing and analysis techniques to achieve the highest level of software integrity.
Software Verification
We perform detailed verification and validation for both embedded software (DO-178C) and FPGA/Firmware (DO-254), covering all required DALs (Design Assurance Levels A-C).
On-Target Testing
We specialize in On-target Hardware-Software Integration Test (HSIT) and Software Unit Testing (On Target Unit Test), ensuring the code performs correctly on the actual target hardware.
Testing Methodologies
We utilize modern, efficient testing environments, including:
- • Model-in-the-Loop (MIL)
- • Software-in-the-Loop (SIL)
- • Processor-in-the-Loop (PIL)
- • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing
Analysis and Coverage
We perform Structural Coverage Analysis (Statement, Decision, and MCDC), Worst-case Timing/Memory Analysis, and Traceability Analysis to demonstrate that all requirements are fully implemented and tested.
Advanced Tools and Methodologies
We leverage industry-leading tools and methodologies to streamline the development and certification process.
Model-Based Design
We utilize Model-Based Design, Development & Verification to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
Qualification
We handle the necessary Tool Qualification (DO-330) and Compiler Validation (CAST-12) activities required for the certification of safety-critical tools.
Tool Expertise
Our team is proficient with industry-standard tools:
Our Development Process
Systematic approach ensuring quality, safety, and certification compliance
Planning & Requirements
PSAC development and requirements analysis
Design & Implementation
Architecture design and code development
Verification & Testing
Comprehensive V&V and coverage analysis
Certification
SAS preparation and regulatory approval
Ready for Safety-Critical Software Development?
Our experienced team ensures your embedded software meets the highest standards for safety, reliability, and certification compliance.