Lead Embed C Software Engineer

Lead Embed C Software Engineer role at CFS

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Use your embedded software expertise to protect lives and advance national security technologies. This is a high‑impact role where you’ll stay hands‑on with embedded C programming while mentoring engineers, setting standards, and driving innovation across real‑time embedded systems.

• Embedded C Development:
  Architect and write bare‑metal embedded C software for microcontrollers (50%+ hands‑on coding).
• Technical Leadership:
  Mentor junior engineers, provide technical direction, and act as a force multiplier for the team.
• Program Ownership:
  Ensure quality and consistency across deliverables as the technical owner.
• Frameworks & Tools:
  Develop reusable solutions to accelerate embedded software development.
• Best Practices:
  Establish processes, conduct code reviews, and champion engineering standards.

• 10–20 years of embedded software engineering experience (defense, aerospace, or mission‑critical systems preferred).
• Expertise in C programming (bare‑metal microcontroller experience strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with RTOS (FreeRTOS a plus), FPGA/VHDL, and communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet).
• Strong technical leadership and mentorship skills.

• Mission That Matters:
  Your work directly supports technologies trusted by military and security organizations worldwide.
• Cutting‑Edge Innovation:
  Collaborate on multi‑mission embedded systems, integrating RTOS, FPGA, and secure communications across diverse platforms. Exposure to NXP, TI, STM, and more keeps your skills sharp and future‑proof.
• Empowered Culture:
  Engineers are trusted to own their work. You’ll join mission‑critical projects where your contributions are visible and celebrated.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Flexible schedules that you choose — traditional 8–5, four 10‑hour days with Fridays off, or later starts with evening hours.
• Career Growth:
  Advance as a technical SME, lead teams, or branch into systems engineering and program management. Training and development opportunities are built in.
• Competitive Package: $135K–$160K+ base salary depending on experience, annual bonus.
• Benefits & Relocation Package: 4 weeks PTO, 11 holidays, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits.

This Principal Engineer role offers the option to be based in Northeast Indiana or the Greater Rochester, New York area. Both locations provide strong professional networks, affordable living, and vibrant communities. Relocation support is available to ensure a smooth transition to either location.

We’re looking for local candidates ready to make an impact—especially if you’ve got a story to tell. Send your resume via the link below. Cover letters, current CFS candidates, or referrals? Reach out to Tonya Dove, Director of Technology Recruiting at , Bridging innovation and intuition—matching people to purpose. We’re always looking for stellar tech professionals in NE Indiana & NW Ohio!

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