Embedded Software Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Software Development
Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer, C++ Developer
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title:
Embedded Software Engineer Reporting To:
Manager, Software Dev.
Work Schedule:
Onsite – Santa Barbara, CA Imagine. . . a working environment where people trust each other to achieve exceptional things. Imagine. . . a business that employs ten thousand of the world’s most sought-after engineers and technologists. Imagine. . . an enterprise where a belief in personal accountability continues to drive groundbreaking innovation and global growth. This is the reality of Moog – and you can be a part of it.
Our Santa Barbara Operations provides sub-systems and components for every mission critical system on a modern military vehicle. Our heritage is in electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems and now, through acquisitions and internal development, Moog provides expert solutions in:
Stabilized Turret Drive Systems Integrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software) Ammunition Handling Data Control and Distribution Power Management and Distribution
To be considered for the Embedded Software Engineer role, here’s what you’ll typically need to bring with you:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering desired.
- Bachelor of Science degree in other engineering fields may be considered with appropriate additional experience in the design/development/test of real-time control software.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design/development/test of embedded real-time control software, of which 2-3 years overall experience in software development.
- C language (Java a plus) OS experience, especially RTOS (bare metal and embedded Linux a plus)
- Experience with communication protocol drivers and stacks (networking, 1553, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)
- Read and understand electronic part data sheets, electrical schematics, and communication protocol documents.
- Experience in Unix internals, low level driver software, communication interface software as well as GUI software is a plus.
- Ability to travel approximately 10-15%.
- Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
As our Embedded Software Engineer, you will:
- Design, code, debug, and integrate new capabilities for our new and existing turreted weapons systems (RIwP)
- Debug issues with existing systems
- Integration of new capabilities both in the Systems Integration Lab and in the field.
- Deliver executable software that meets quality and performance requirements.
- Deliver other software work products (documentation) that meet contractual requirements.
- Provide status reporting to management during project execution.
- Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Work/Life Balance:
Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance. - Health & Welfare:
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. - Professional Skills Development:
Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs - Culture:
Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
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