Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber

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GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY: Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber‑secure solutions. From software‑defined radios to cutting‑edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission‑driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits.

We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber
, you will design, develop, and integrate advanced cyber secure embedded software solutions for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems. You will collaborate closely with Systems, Hardware, and FPGA engineers to deliver highly secure, rugged, reliable, and Low‑Size, Weight, and Power (Low‑Swap) aerospace products. You will also provide technical mentorship and Subject Matter Expert (SME) level guidance to development and test teams.

• Design and develop embedded software for multi‑core processors integrated with FPGAs (e.g., Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago).
• Create software for ARM Cortex and RISC‑V processor architectures using C/C++.
• Customize Linux kernel, system settings, bootloaders (U‑Boot, GRUB), and implement real‑time operating systems (RTOS).
• Develop RFC‑compliant networking and security protocols such as IP, TLS, and IPsec.
• Work with interconnect standards including SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, PCI, PCIe, Ethernet, and Space Wire.
• Apply AES, RSA, ECDSA, and ECDH to develop secure software solutions.
• Oversee the development and testing of reusable, high‑quality embedded software modules.
• Establish best practices in architecture, design, and code to maintain system security.
• Convert system and customer requirements into robust software designs.
• Apply government security standards relevant to Innoflight product design and development.
• Assist with integration and debugging on hardware platforms.
• Track features, defects, and releases via formal configuration and release processes.
• Contribute to the enhancement of development practices and team workflows.
• Provide mentorship through design reviews, code walkthroughs, and technical guidance.

• Expertise in C/C++ for embedded systems and low‑level driver development.
• Embedded Linux kernel, boot loader customization, and real‑time OS development.
• Secure networking protocols and hardware interfaces like SPI, PCIe, and Ethernet.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and lead software development teams effectively.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 9+ years of experience developing embedded software.
• Advanced proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Deep experience with embedded Linux systems, kernel configuration, and bootloaders.
• Strong understanding of RTOS and real‑time constraints.
• Experience interpreting schematics and hardware documentation for driver development.
• Proficient in networking and communications protocols with secure communication standards.
• Familiarity with cryptographic principles and embedded security applications.
• Experience in software integration, debugging, and system‑level validation.
• Familiarity with parallel‑processing frameworks such as OpenCL or CUDA is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proven mentoring and collaborative skills.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance required.

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $170,000 to $215,000 per year
, depending on the candidate’s job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well‑rounded compensation package that includes a Profit‑Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance.…