Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Flight Software

Espace Inc.
Saratoga, United States of America
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 180K

Job location

Saratoga, United States of America

Tech stack

Application Integration Architecture
Automation of Tests
Bash
Bluetooth
C++
Communications Protocols
Software Debugging
Linux
Memory Management
Embedded Software
Ethernet
Fault Tolerance
Firmware
Hardware Design
Hardware Interface Design
Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards)
Python
Linux System Administration
Multiprocessing
Real-Time Operating Systems
Software Engineering
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Toolchain
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
Wi-Fi Technology
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Serial Peripheral Interface
Reliability of Systems
GIT
Yocto
Information Technology
Bare Metal
Zigbee
Software Version Control
Programming Languages

Job description

  • Embedded Software Development: Architect/Design, write, debug, and maintain efficient software for real-time embedded systems, including mission critical Flight Software and communication with other space-specific software subsystems/modules, such as TTC (CCSDS protocol), Power, Thermal, GNC, FDIR, CFDP.

  • Communication Protocols and Specifications: Implement protocols used in space-grade software such as UART, CAN, SpaceWire, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet. Experience with Linux bridging, DSA (Distributed Switch Architecture), and L2 protocols such as RSTP/MSTP, HSR, or FRER for redundant network fabrics is highly valued

  • Networking and Avionics Fabrics: Design and implement L2 Ethernet networks for inter-board communication on spacecraft, including switch bring up, PHY configuration, and topology design. Configure and debug L2 redundancy protocols (RSTP, HSR, FRER) for fault-tolerant fabrics. Implement deterministic networking using TSN features where mission profiles require bounded latency.

  • Application Integration: Integrate and manage provided applications on top of the customized platform software. Design and bring up Ethernet-based avionics networks, including PHY/MAC initialization, switch configuration, and L2 redundancy protocols.

  • Operational Management: Design and implement efficient memory management, process management, software updates, reprogramming and power saving modes for embedded systems. Experience with multi-board Ethernet fabrics (mesh, ring, or tree topologies) for inter-subsystem communication is a plus.

Testing and Support

  • Test Framework Development: Create and maintain automated testing frameworks for embedded systems, including HIL, SIL, PIL.

  • Support: Provide support for debugging of real-time and critical faults.

  • Debugging and Validation: Use tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers to test and debug embedded software and hardware interfaces.

Collaboration and Documentation

  • Hardware Interaction: Work closely with global software teams to contribute to the new designs and ensure seamless software-hardware integration.

  • Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical documentation.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Firmware?, Do you have a Master's degree?, We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated FSW/Embedded Software Developer to design, develop, and optimize software for customized embedded devices, with a strong emphasis on space-related software and algorithms. The role involves designing and developing software for bare-metal, RTOS, and real-time Linux environments, real-time performance, system reliability, and implementing robust recovery mechanisms. You will also contribute to testing and automation., + Hands-on: Proven record of designing and developing significant working software in aerospace applications.

  • Programming Languages: Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages like Shell or Bash; familiarity with Python.
  • Embedded Systems: Experience with embedded and multicore platforms and their toolchains. Experience with Yocto is a big plus.
  • Communication Protocols: Knowledge of key hardware and software protocols such as UART, CAN, SPI, I2C. TCP and UDP.
  • Upgrades: Experience with secure firmware updates and reprogramming mechanisms.
  • Debugging Tools: Proficiency with debugging tools like JTAG, GDB, and serial debuggers.
  • Version Control: Expertise with Git or similar version control systems.

Bonus points:

  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

  • Familiarity with wireless communication technologies (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRa).

  • Familiarity with hardware simulation tools and flatsat environments for testing.

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated build/test workflows. Key Attributes

  • Strong analytical and debugging skills.

  • Passion for quality and attention to detail in software development and testing.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional and global teams.

  • Commitment to staying updated with the latest in IoT, embedded systems, and testing automation technologies.

  • A willingness to undertake further relevant training.

  • An understanding and commitment to equal opportunities.

  • Time management, self-reliance and willingness to learn.

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