{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"445b18334ec84e35de65f259","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/445b18334ec84e35de65f259","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/445b18334ec84e35de65f259","title":"Embedded Software Engineer, Design & Verification","description":"Job SummaryWe are seeking highly skilled Embedded Software Design & Verification Engineers with strong experience in DO-178C (DAL A) safety-critical systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements capture and architecture through verification, compliance, and system validation within aerospace/defense environments. ResponsibilitiesExecute full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities in compliance with DO-178C DAL A standards. Perform software requirements analysis and capture, ensuring clarity, completeness, and traceability. Develop embedded software architecture and detailed design. Maintain end-to-end traceability across requirements, design, code, and verification artifacts. Update and refactor legacy code to ensure DO-178C compliance. Lead and participate in SDLC reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.). Create and maintain DAL A documentation, including plans, standards, and lifecycle data. Develop and execute test procedures, test scripts, and verification cases. Conduct design analysis, issue resolution, and technical reporting. Support Pre-SOI audits and certification activities. Requirements 7+ years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or safety-critical domains Strong experience with DO-178C DAL A processes and compliance Expertise in:Embedded C programming Real-time systems and low-level hardware interaction Strong understanding of requirements traceability and lifecycle documentation. Technical Skills: Protocols-Ethernet, SPI, RS-485, CAN, I2C. Tools & Technologies. DOORS (Requirements Management). Git (Version Control). Matissa / Similar lifecycle tools. MS Visio (Design Documentation). AMD Vitis / Embedded Toolchains. ARM C Compiler. Lauterbach Trace32 (Debugging). Additional Desired SkillsExperience with FPGA verification and debugging. Strong hardware-software integration and debugging capabilities. Familiarity with test automation and scripting. Experience supporting audit readiness (Pre-SOI, certification reviews). Preferred BackgroundAerospace, Defense, or Safety-Critical Systems experience. Exposure to RTOS-based embedded systems. Strong documentation and communication skills. Important Note: This role is subject to ITAR regulations, therefore only U.S. Citizens are eligible to apply.","company":"Katalyst CRO","rawCompany":"katalyst cro","city":"Bloomington","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-17T20:09:52.923Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Embedded Software Engineer, Design & Verification","description":"Job SummaryWe are seeking highly skilled Embedded Software Design & Verification Engineers with strong experience in DO-178C (DAL A) safety-critical systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements capture and architecture through verification, compliance, and system validation within aerospace/defense environments. ResponsibilitiesExecute full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities in compliance with DO-178C DAL A standards. Perform software requirements analysis and capture, ensuring clarity, completeness, and traceability. Develop embedded software architecture and detailed design. Maintain end-to-end traceability across requirements, design, code, and verification artifacts. Update and refactor legacy code to ensure DO-178C compliance. Lead and participate in SDLC reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.). Create and maintain DAL A documentation, including plans, standards, and lifecycle data. Develop and execute test procedures, test scripts, and verification cases. Conduct design analysis, issue resolution, and technical reporting. Support Pre-SOI audits and certification activities. Requirements 7+ years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or safety-critical domains Strong experience with DO-178C DAL A processes and compliance Expertise in:Embedded C programming Real-time systems and low-level hardware interaction Strong understanding of requirements traceability and lifecycle documentation. Technical Skills: Protocols-Ethernet, SPI, RS-485, CAN, I2C. Tools & Technologies. DOORS (Requirements Management). Git (Version Control). Matissa / Similar lifecycle tools. MS Visio (Design Documentation). AMD Vitis / Embedded Toolchains. ARM C Compiler. Lauterbach Trace32 (Debugging). Additional Desired SkillsExperience with FPGA verification and debugging. Strong hardware-software integration and debugging capabilities. Familiarity with test automation and scripting. Experience supporting audit readiness (Pre-SOI, certification reviews). 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