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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Marietta, GAHybridFull TimePrincipalPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • embedded software development
  • C++
  • safety-critical
  • avionics
  • Real-Time Operating Systems
  • MOSA.ic
  • VxWorks
  • Integrity
  • Linux
  • Yocto

Nice to have

  • Atlassian Tools
  • Confluence
  • JIRA
  • Bitbucket
  • Gitlab
  • version control

Role summary

Seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience in C++ development for safety-critical avionics systems. The role requires expertise in Real-Time Operating Systems (MOSA.ic, VxWorks, Integrity), embedded application development across Linux, Windows, and Bare Metal environments, and software integration/testing in lab and hardware settings. The position is 100% onsite with potential for 10% travel. Preferred skills include Atlassian Tools, Python, Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE), digital simulation (SIL/MIL/HIL), DO-178C practices, and Navigation/Guidance/Control or Signal Processing implementation. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for this collaborative role.

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent
  • 8+ years of embedded software development experience
  • C++ development for safety-critical avionics systems
  • Real-Time Operating Systems (MOSA.ic, VxWorks, Integrity) 
  • Embedded application development in Linux (ie Yocto/RHEL), Windows, & Bare Metal environments
  • Software integration & test in lab and hardware environments
  • Ability to work onsite 100%
  • Ability to travel 10%

Preferred / Additional Skills

  • Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
  • Version control and issue tracking (Gitlab, Atlassian suite)
  • Flight Software Development Experience
  • Proficient in Python development
  • Familiarity with software requirements development utilizing Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (ie Cameo)
  • Digital simulation (SIL/MIL/HIL) and closed-loop testing
  • Hardware/software integration and troubleshooting
  • Experience with safety-critical software development and practices (DO-178C)
  • Experience with Navigation, Guidance and Control Implementation
  • Experience with Signal Processing Implementation
  • Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Sound Exciting? Get in touch today! We have very robust benefits including: 

  • Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options 
  • 401K with generous employer match 
  • Responsible Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays 
  • Remote work opportunities based on role 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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