{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ed259d1c2a902d8fbdbf7201","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ed259d1c2a902d8fbdbf7201","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ed259d1c2a902d8fbdbf7201","title":"Embedded Software Engineer - Platform & Hardware Integration","description":"At Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, our engineers support complex, mission-critical programs where software performance, reliability, and precision matter.\nWe are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with deep expertise in processor‑level development, board support, and hardware/software integration.\nThis role focuses on building foundational embedded platforms, enabling reliable system bring-up, and ensuring robust communication with complex hardware components. You will work closely with hardware, FPGA/ASIC, and systems teams to deliver deterministic, real‑time embedded solutions for safety‑critical applications.\nThis opportunity may be performed in a hybrid/onsite capacity in Endicott, NY. U.S. citizenship is required.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop, implement, and maintain very low‑level embedded software, including processor‑level C, C++, and assembly code.\nLead and execute SoC hardware initialization, board bring-up, and platform-level hardware/software integration.\nExperience with FPGA/ASIC components, ensuring timing‑critical and deterministic communication.\nIntegrate and support avionics and real‑time communication protocols such as Time-Sensitive Network (TSN), PCIe, and AFDX.\nContribute to the development of highly reliable embedded systems for avionics, safety‑critical, or deterministic real‑time environments.\nUtilize ARM DS IDE, DSTREAM, and Python-based tooling for debugging, automation, and productivity optimization.\nCollaborate cross‑functionally with hardware, systems, and verification teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with platform requirements.\nParticipate in design reviews, documentation development, and continuous improvement of embedded software processes.\nRequired Qualifications:\nU.S. citizenship is required.\nBachelor's degree in software engineering or a related engineering discipline with 4+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development in a safety- or mission-critical environment (ie: aerospace, military).\nDemonstrated expertise in low‑level embedded software development using C, C++, and assembly.\nStrong background in SoC initialization, hardware, board bring‑up, and system-level hardware/software integration.\nHands-on experience interfacing with FPGA/ASIC logic and working with timing‑critical embedded communication.\nPractical knowledge of avionics and deterministic communication protocols including TSN, PCIe, and AFDX.\nProven experience developing software for avionics, safety‑critical, or other deterministic real‑time systems.\nProficiency with ARM DS IDE, DSTREAM hardware debug tools, and Python for automation and tooling.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience developing board support packages, boot code, device drivers, or other platform-level embedded software.\nHands-on experience with new board bring-up, processor initialization, hardware debug, and early-stage system integration.\nExperience supporting DO-178C, DO-254, or other safety-critical development and verification processes.\nFamiliarity with timing analysis, deterministic execution, latency-sensitive communication, or real-time performance optimization.\nExperience using hardware debug tools, trace tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or similar lab-based debugging equipment.\nExperience developing Python scripts or automation tools to support debugging, testing, integration, or workflow improvement.\nPrior experience working in aerospace, defense, avionics, automotive, industrial controls, or another regulated embedded systems environment.\nActive security clearance or ability to obtain a clearance.\nThe QDSS Advantage:\nAt QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You'll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.\nWhat You'll Find Here\nWork That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.\nGrowth That's Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.\nA Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.\nBenefits Include\nCompetitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.\nAt Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don't just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we're not just leading the industry — we're revolutionizing it.\n\nQuest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.","company":"Quest Defense Systems Solutions","rawCompany":"quest defense systems solutions","city":"Endicott","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T14:36:18.233Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"334111","title":"Electronic Computer Manufacturing","slug":"electronic-computer-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Embedded Software Engineer - Platform & Hardware Integration","description":"At Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, our engineers support complex, mission-critical programs where software performance, reliability, and precision matter.\nWe are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with deep expertise in processor‑level development, board support, and hardware/software integration.\nThis role focuses on building foundational embedded platforms, enabling reliable system bring-up, and ensuring robust communication with complex hardware components. You will work closely with hardware, FPGA/ASIC, and systems teams to deliver deterministic, real‑time embedded solutions for safety‑critical applications.\nThis opportunity may be performed in a hybrid/onsite capacity in Endicott, NY. U.S. citizenship is required.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop, implement, and maintain very low‑level embedded software, including processor‑level C, C++, and assembly code.\nLead and execute SoC hardware initialization, board bring-up, and platform-level hardware/software integration.\nExperience with FPGA/ASIC components, ensuring timing‑critical and deterministic communication.\nIntegrate and support avionics and real‑time communication protocols such as Time-Sensitive Network (TSN), PCIe, and AFDX.\nContribute to the development of highly reliable embedded systems for avionics, safety‑critical, or deterministic real‑time environments.\nUtilize ARM DS IDE, DSTREAM, and Python-based tooling for debugging, automation, and productivity optimization.\nCollaborate cross‑functionally with hardware, systems, and verification teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with platform requirements.\nParticipate in design reviews, documentation development, and continuous improvement of embedded software processes.\nRequired Qualifications:\nU.S. citizenship is required.\nBachelor's degree in software engineering or a related engineering discipline with 4+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development in a safety- or mission-critical environment (ie: aerospace, military).\nDemonstrated expertise in low‑level embedded software development using C, C++, and assembly.\nStrong background in SoC initialization, hardware, board bring‑up, and system-level hardware/software integration.\nHands-on experience interfacing with FPGA/ASIC logic and working with timing‑critical embedded communication.\nPractical knowledge of avionics and deterministic communication protocols including TSN, PCIe, and AFDX.\nProven experience developing software for avionics, safety‑critical, or other deterministic real‑time systems.\nProficiency with ARM DS IDE, DSTREAM hardware debug tools, and Python for automation and tooling.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience developing board support packages, boot code, device drivers, or other platform-level embedded software.\nHands-on experience with new board bring-up, processor initialization, hardware debug, and early-stage system integration.\nExperience supporting DO-178C, DO-254, or other safety-critical development and verification processes.\nFamiliarity with timing analysis, deterministic execution, latency-sensitive communication, or real-time performance optimization.\nExperience using hardware debug tools, trace tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or similar lab-based debugging equipment.\nExperience developing Python scripts or automation tools to support debugging, testing, integration, or workflow improvement.\nPrior experience working in aerospace, defense, avionics, automotive, industrial controls, or another regulated embedded systems environment.\nActive security clearance or ability to obtain a clearance.\nThe QDSS Advantage:\nAt QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You'll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.\nWhat You'll Find Here\nWork That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.\nGrowth That's Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.\nA Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.\nBenefits Include\nCompetitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.\nAt Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don't just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we're not just leading the industry — we're revolutionizing it.\n\nQuest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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