Principal Software Engineer (Embedded)

• Writes and tests software to support integration of sensors and embedded processors into aircraft (such as autopilots, payloads, software defined radios or other functional components) or other robotic systems
• Designs and implements software for prototypes and products using established industry developed tools and practices. Ensure good configuration control and management of software
• Leads in writing of system requirements, system test plans, diagnostic tools, and in validation testing of software. Assist with hardware selection and recommend processing, memory and storage needs of systems
• Leads development of rapid prototyping and conceptual level testing and will require estimating time to develop software and scoping the depth of the development with project/program management to fit timeline and budget constraints
• Works closely with other engineering disciplines. Focused on getting the job done
• Leads and supports transition of development software to production environments and to certification. Participates in multi-disciplinary development teams
• Develops proof of concept capability demonstrations. Conducts and supports design reviews
• Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangibles
• Other duties as assigned

• A BS degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related field is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 12 - 15 years of experience years of relevant experience
• Experienced trouble-shooting systems is required and is proficient with Python, C, C++11,C++ STL and/or OpenCL
• Demonstrated knowledge of Visual Studio, Eclipse or similar IDE as well as defect tracking tools
• Experienced working with common protocols such as RS-485, RS-232, CAN, I2C, SPI, USB
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required
• Periodic travel will likely be required in support of testing equipment at approved flying locations
• Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines, weekends and some holidays and in field test environments

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced degree is preferred
• Demonstrates competency in contributing to the design, coding, documenting and testing software
• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) along with unit testing software
• Understanding of automated build environments along with automated test and deployment
• Demonstrated knowledge of object-oriented programming and multi-threaded design such as JIRA and source code control tools such as SVN, Bitbucket or GitLab
• Experience with STM32 family of processors and working with RTOS systems (such as C/OS, freeRTOS) on those processors
• Experience using Video 4 Linux and modifying and compiling Embedded Linux systems
• Experience developing drivers for Linux/ARM is required, familiarity with Robot Operating System (ROS) is a plus
• Demonstrates electronics knowledge and use of lab equipment
• Demonstrates strong leadership, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Understanding of the design of the system that one is working on and understand the role that assigned tasks play in the system
• Demonstrates competency in researching and re-engineering to propose alternate solutions to issues
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Description: The Judge Group is currently seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Embedded) to support a large Aerospace company. This is a full time, direct hire opportunity.