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Draper · 5 hours ago

Embedded Flight Software Engineer

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $150K/yr

3+ years exp

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA, tackling important national challenges. They are seeking an Embedded Flight Software Engineer to develop real-time, mission-critical software for advanced aerospace and defense systems, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Evaluates requirements, proposes solutions, explores design trades to support a design with some guidance

Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques

Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms

Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality

Develops and executes software tests to check compliance with requirements

Evaluates results to establish problem causes and develop solutions for inefficient or problems

Prepares technical data, procedures, reports, drawings, manuals, and other required documentation

Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements and describe the design and deliverables

Contributes to the system design based on demonstrated expertise and applicable experience

Contributes content for technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance

Proactively identify needs and concerns associated with design decisions and communicate them to project leadership

Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirement

Identifies challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

C/C++Embedded systemsReal-time systemsGitlab CIDockerRustUML/SysMLProblem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

3-5 years experience in Software Engineering or related

Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems running on RTOS platforms

Focus on reliability, hardware/software integration, and performance in contested environments

Ability to own work across the full software development lifecycle – from design and implementation to integration and test

Excellent development and troubleshooting skills on embedded targets

Excellent knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems

Expertise in software development for real-time systems

Mastery of high level development languages (e.g. C/C++, Rust)

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review processes

Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Experience with UML/SysML

Experience with in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers and laboratory test equipment

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Preferred

Experience with Gitlab CI

Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Podman

Interest or experience with Rust

Secret clearance

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938

Cambridge, MA, US

1001-5000 employees