Embedded software engineer

Description

As an Embedded Software Engineer in the U.S. office, you will report to the Chief Technology Officer and work on our flight software, targeting products, such as our small satellite platforms for a variety of space applications, and avionics systems, such as on-board computers, radios, attitude control systems and many others.

You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing embedded software our avionics systems and satellite platforms. You will collaborate with the rest of the team to develop, integrate and test portable software modules for on-board data handling and advanced processing as part of the client's flight software, while aiming at code reusability for future missions.

Specific Duties Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Design and develop software for our avionic systems.
• Work throughout the whole software development lifecycle, from requirements definition to test and result reporting.
• Configure and tailor the Real-time Operating Systems on our on-board computers.
• Participate in the integration and testing of the flight software on the avionics systems and satellites.
• Identify and support a core set of tools for performance analysis.
• Design and develop tools (e.g. scripts, simulators, digital twins, etc.) that help the team in providing high-quality flight software.
• Cooperate with other Engineering teams to define the system architecture and integrate software with specific hardware components and constraints.
• Support the path-to-production for the developed software solutions.
• Maintain software solutions deployed to orbit throughout the whole lifecycle of the satellites, supporting also the flight operations of our missions.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• At least 3+ years of experience in embedded software development or relevant roles (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education).
• Excellent skills in software design and development with C and C++.
• Good familiarity with real-time operating systems and software design techniques in multi-threading applications.
• Knowledge of GIT or other software versioning applications.
• Familiarity with electronics equipment and tools (Power Supplies, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, etc.).
  
  

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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