{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"051eeb5ee511f2169a83b024","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/051eeb5ee511f2169a83b024","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/051eeb5ee511f2169a83b024","title":"Embedded Flight Software Engineer","description":"Overview:\nDraper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.\nJob Description Summary:\nWe're looking for a talented Embedded Flight Software Engineer to develop real-time, mission-critical software for advanced aerospace and defense systems including satellites, UAVs, and hypersonic platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems running on RTOS platforms with a focus on reliability, hardware/software integration, and performance in contested environments. You should be comfortable owning work across the full software development lifecycle – from design and implementation to integration and test – and able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience with Gitlab CI, containerization tools like Docker and Podman, and an interest or experience with Rust are highly desirable.\nJob Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\n\nEvaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design with some guidance.\nDesigns algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.\nDevelops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.\nAnalyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.\nDevelops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements.\nEvaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems.\nPrepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation.\nCommunicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables.\nContributes to the system design based on demonstrated expertise and applicable experience.\nContributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance.\nProactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership.\nAdapt appropriately to changes in program requirement.\nIdentifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nSkills/Abilities\n\nExcellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets.\nExcellent knowledge of OS coding techniques٫ IP protocols٫ interfaces and hardware subsystems.\nExpertise in software development for real-time systems.\nMastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust).\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nKnowledge of software configuration management tools٫ defect tracking tools٫ and peer review processes.\nExcellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.\nExcellent verbal and written communications skills.\nExperience with UML/SysML.\nExperience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment.\n\nEducation\nRequires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.\n\nExperience\nRequires 3-5 years experience in Software Engineering or related.\nAdditional Job Description:\nApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is preferred.\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nCambridge\nJob Location - State:\nMassachusetts\nJob Location - Postal Code:\n02139-3563\nThe US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$75,000.00 - $156,000.00\nOur salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 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