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This role is critical to transitioning embedded software capability in-house and supporting mission-critical DoD programs.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nDevelop embedded firmware for microcontrollers, DSPs, and FPGA-based systems\r\nImplement real-time control and monitoring algorithms for power processing and propulsion systems\r\nIntegrate software with digital hardware (PPU/APU and related avionics systems)\r\nSupport hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, debugging, and system validation\r\nDevelop and maintain low-level communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN, UART, custom protocols)\r\nCollaborate with electrical engineers on system architecture and integration\r\nTransition embedded software responsibilities from external subcontractors to internal ownership\r\nEnsure compliance with aerospace, reliability, and DoD cybersecurity/CUI requirements\r\nBasic Qualifications\r\nBS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (MS preferred)\r\nStrong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems\r\nExperience with microcontrollers and real-time embedded development\r\nFamiliarity with hardware/software integration and debugging\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nExperience with RTOS-based systems\r\nBackground in aerospace, defense, robotics, or power electronics applications\r\nExperience with FPGA-integrated embedded systems\r\nKnowledge of control systems or spacecraft subsystems\r\nExperience supporting flight or mission-critical software development\r\nU.S. Citizenship Requirement\r\nDue to the nature of work performed under U.S. government contracts and applicable security and contractual requirements, this position is limited to U.S. citizens.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Busek","rawCompany":"busek","city":"Natick","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-25T01:12:00.744Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Real-Time Space Embedded Software Engineer","description":"Embedded Software Engineer (Embedded SW Engineer)\r\nBusek Company – Natick, MA\r\nPosition Overview\r\nBusek is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop real-time firmware and control software for spacecraft power and propulsion systems. 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