Senior Embedded Software Engineer

About The CompanyWe are a stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed Martin, and we are backed by Joint Staff-level military leadership and top-tier Silicon Valley rms. We're assembling a high urgency team committed to moving fast, solving hard problems, and defending what matters most. With a world-class business development & leadership team already in place, we are well positioned to capitalize on already overwhelming demand.Job OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Embedded Software Engineer. You will design and implement software forembedded aerospace systems. This role will be responsible for the design, development, and testing ofcritical aerospace systems software for rapid deployment and testing on a novel platform.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement embedded software for fault detection, guidance, navigation, and flight control systemsOptimize software for real-time performanceIntegrate and test algorithms and software at module, software in the loop, hardware in the loop, and system level testingCreate software designs to satisfy requirementManage configurations on embedded devices, specifying how hardware will interface with softwareDrive complete software integrations from inception to completionContribute to software system architecture and design for a greenfield projectContribute to computer vision softwareQualificationsHigh proficiency in embedded C/C++ or equivalent systems language7+ years of experience in embedded systems designFamiliarity with communication protocols like I2C, CAN, SPI, UARTExperience with low-level hardware driver implementationUnderstanding of GNC, control and estimation theory, and autonomous sensors and integrationStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.Preferred SkillsUnderstanding of missile GNC, aerodynamics, flight dynamics and controlsUnderstanding of computer vision, perception, filtering, and estimation techniquesHigh proficiency in Python and/or RustExperience with embedded LinuxExperience with complex computer vision tasksAdditional RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.