Senior Embedded Software Engineer | Airborne Software

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Role:
Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location:
North Carolina

Salary range: $135,000 - $165,000

A forward-thinking aerospace organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of real-time, safety-critical embedded software for airborne systems. This role involves technical leadership, architecture, and hands-on development of embedded software in compliance with rigorous aviation standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in embedded C programming, system integration, and DO-178C.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and refine system requirements from an embedded software perspective
• Develop high-level and low-level software requirements and architecture
• Design and implement embedded software in C and Assembly for ARM microcontrollers
• Integrate software with hardware and other systems; support system-level integration
• Troubleshoot and optimize software performance, timing, and reliability
• Lead and mentor a small team of embedded software engineers
• Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with verification teams
• Promote reuse of software components and lifecycle data
• Communicate with regulatory bodies and support certification activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems
• Strong background in requirements engineering, software architecture, and design
• Mastery of C programming and familiarity with Assembly
• Experience with ARM microcontrollers (e.g., STM or TI Hercules series)
• Proficient in reading schematics, datasheets, and technical documentation
• Skilled in using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
• Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A compliance and related standards
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TI TMS
  570 microcontrollers and Lauterbach TRACE
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• Familiarity with GNU GCC ARM toolchain and Code Composer Studio
• Knowledge of Polarion ALM and model-based development (DO-331)
• Experience with embedded systems for motor control, battery management, or flight control
• Background in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with FAA Stage of Involvement reviews and DER communication

If you would like the opportunity to join a business that is at the forefront of the future of sustainable aviation then please send a copy of your CV to

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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