Embedded Electrical Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Title: Embedded Electrical EngineerReports to: VP, EngineeringDepartment: EngineeringWork Model: Full-time, on-site – No Travel RequiredSchedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pmCompany & Benefit InformationAt Crystal Group, we do hard things – designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world’s most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a zero limits approach to wow our customers.Crystal Group Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package IncludingMedical/dental/vision insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementWellness programsParticipation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)On-Site GymJob SummaryCrystal Group is seeking an Embedded Electrical Engineer to support the development and integration of rugged embedded computing solutions for defense and industrial applications. This role is responsible for architecting, authoring, and debugging software and firmware for custom electronic assemblies containing a variety of programmable devices. The role also serves as the technical bridge between internal engineering teams and external software development partners, helping define software requirements, manage code integration processes, and ensure embedded systems are developed to meet customer and program expectations.Essential FunctionsThe ideal candidate has a strong background in embedded systems development, deep expertise in C programming, and experience testing and debugging programmable devices to validate software functionality. This individual will help establish and maintain software design documentation, code management processes, and technical requirements for outsourced development efforts.This is a highly collaborative role that combines embedded software expertise, hardware testing and troubleshooting, systems-level understanding, vendor coordination, and technical leadership.Develop, test and debug firmware for a variety of microcontroller and microprocessor platformsAssist with debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of embedded systems hardware in lab and production environmentsDevelop production test scripts and software for COTS and custom programmable devicesSupport software architecture, integration, and design documentation activitiesServe as the primary technical liaison between Crystal Group engineering teams and external software development vendorsDevelop Statements of Work (SOWs), technical requirements, and software specifications for outsourced embedded software projectsEstablish and maintain software design files, version control practices, and code management processesReview externally developed code and provide technical guidance to ensure alignment with program requirements and quality standardsCollaborate with electrical, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing engineering teams throughout product developmentParticipate in design reviews, requirements reviews, and technical risk assessmentsEnsure software development activities comply with defense industry standards, customer expectations, and internal engineering processesKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesProficiency in authoring code in common embedded programming languages such as CExtensive experience working in a mixed software/hardware development and debug environmentProficiency in register-level configuration of programmable devices and interrupt-driven firmware designUnderstanding of common embedded communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and USBAbility to navigate and interpret schematic diagrams and printed circuit layoutsAbility to use basic electrical test and measurement instrumentation such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic probesBasic soldering and electronics modification skillsKnowledge of computer hardware and systems integrationUnderstanding of commonly practiced concepts related to electrical engineering theoryAbility to multitask to meet several simultaneous project milestones up to and including completion of several projectsAbility to use various software programs related to engineering theory (Altium Designer, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD)Ability to create, read, and compare technical data sheetsRequired QualificationsMust be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person”)Education requirements (Bachelor’s degree, GED/High School Diploma, Associate’s, etc)Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with embedded Linux, VxWorks, or similar RTOS environmentsExperience in application development for Windows and/or LinuxExperience working with external development partners or contract engineering firmsUnderstanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes in regulated or mission-critical environmentsFamiliarity with cybersecurity and secure embedded system practicesExperience developing code compliant to quality standards such as MISRA-CExposure to MIL-STD or defense-related compliance standardsWorking ConditionsWork is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment with consistent exposure to the manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs and standing for extended periods of time.EEO StatementCrystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.Offer ContingencyAll job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check, physical assessment and drug screen.EEO IS THE LAWEEO IS THE LAW (Spanish)Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination ProvisionPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (Spanish)