Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Write and test software to integrate sensors and embedded processors into aircraft and other robotic systems.
• Design and implement software for prototypes and products using established tools and practices, ensuring good configuration control and management.
• Assist in writing system requirements, system test plans, diagnostic tools, and validation testing of software.
• Affix hardware selection, recommending processing, memory, and storage needs.
• Support rapid prototyping and conceptual level testing, estimating time for software development to fit timeline and budget constraints.
• Provide development updates and estimate milestone dates to track progress and ensure project requirements are met on schedule.
• Troubleshoot complex systems from a software perspective with required hardware diagnostics and support flight test operations.
• Support the transition of development software to production environments and certification, participating in multi-disciplinary development teams.
• Develop proof of concept capability demonstrations and conduct design reviews.
• Work on complex issues requiring in-depth knowledge of variable factors, exercising judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in troubleshooting complex systems and proficiency with Python, C, C++11, C++ STL, and OpenCL.
• Experience with Visual Studio or similar IDE, as well as defect tracking tools.
• Experience with common protocols such as RS-485, RS-232, CAN, I2C, SPI, and USB.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Willingness to travel in support of testing equipment and customer field support at approved flying locations.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with STM32 family of processors and RTOS systems such as µC/OS, freeRTOS.
• Experience with Video 4 Linux and modifying and compiling Ubuntu Linux Kernels.
• Experience developing drivers for Linux/ARM and Robot Operating System (ROS).
• Experience with Ardupilot or PX4 open-source autopilots.
• Hands-on design/build experience with UAVs, R/C aircraft, or other lightweight miniature robotic systems.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with small teams.
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Commitment to learning from mistakes and improving performance.
• Focus on teamwork and prioritizing the success of the team.

Skills

• Python
• C
• C++11
• C++ STL
• OpenCL
• Visual Studio
• Defect tracking tools
• RS-485
• RS-232
• CAN
• I2C
• SPI
• USB
• STM32 family of processors
• RTOS systems such as µC/OS, freeRTOS
• Video 4 Linux
• Ubuntu Linux Kernels
• Linux/ARM
• Robot Operating System (ROS)
• Ardupilot
• PX4 open-source autopilots

Benefits

Pay Range: $110,000.00 - $156,000.00/yr.

Link to Company Benefits: https://myavbenefits.avinc.com/images/uploads/myavbenefits/2026_AV_Benefits_Booklet.pdf

About Actalent

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