Embedded Software Engineer

A cutting-edge aerospace company is looking for an
Embedded Software Engineer
to join its Airborne Software team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and integrating embedded software for next-generation aircraft, applying best practices in safety-critical, real-time development. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in
embedded C, DO-178C
compliance, and software architecture, with hands-on experience building and testing software on microcontroller-based systems.

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be responsible for:

- Analyze system requirements and define high- and low-level software specifications for airborne systems.
- Architect and develop
embedded software
in C/Assembly for ARM microcontrollers.
- Integrate software with hardware and perform rigorous testing, including timing, memory, and performance analysis.
- Collaborate with verification teams and perform peer reviews to ensure compliance with DO-178C.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, supporting safe, reliable aircraft operations.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Computer, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in real-time embedded software development.
• Proficient in C programming for microcontrollers; experience with ARM (STM or TI Hercules) is preferred.
• Comfortable with schematics, datasheets, and lab/test equipment.
• Knowledge of DO-178C and safety-critical software development.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TMS570 ARM microcontrollers and Lauterbach TRACE32.
• Embedded software experience for motor control, battery management, or flight systems.
• Familiarity with SPI, I2C, CAN, ARINC 429 protocols.
• Experience with Polarion ALM or similar lifecycle tools.

Drive the future of aviation by testing and developing software that powers the next generation of all-electric aircraft. Send your CV to
e.walker@apera.co
.