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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software & Controls Lead - **Company:** Pratt Miller - **Location:** Lyon Charter Township, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,100.0 - $173,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Linux, Programming Tools, DSpace, Embedded Software, Ethernet, EtherCAT, MATLAB, Network Protocols, Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulink, Software Engineering, Stateflow, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Test Data, Cisco Discovery Protocol, PIC Microcontroller, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, DO-178B - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1c1e542e92e3e810 ## About the Role * BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems * 6+ years of engineering experience, * Knowledge of MIL Standards for software, electronics, communications, cyber and functional safety (MIL-STD-498, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-882E, DO-178C, DO-254) * Experience delivering defense software CDRLs * Networking protocols and standards (Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, EtherCAT, DDS, TSN) * Automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, J1939, XCP/CCP) and Tools (Vector, Kvaser, INCA) * Actuator controls (motors, valves) and by-wire design * Electric and Hybrid vehicle architecture * Vehicle and system troubleshooting experience * Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Pneumatic system design and simulation * Data acquisition hardware and software experience * Must meet the requirements for obtaining US Government clearance PHYSICAL DEMANDS: * Position requires light physical activity ## Description The Defense Controls Engineer Team Lead will oversee a small team responsible for controls and software development, system integration, characterization, and testing. This position requires a deep understanding of embedded systems, control theory, and real-time software design. In addition to technical leadership, the role provides direct supervision and career development to 2-7 direct reports, supporting performance management, recruitment, and process development., * Leadership + Manage performance, development, and goal setting of direct reports + Mentor and develop technical capabilities within the team + Assist with employee retention and recruitment + Assist with budget and department goal setting * Controls Software Technical Leadership + Lead technical execution of embedded controls and software scope + Estimate effort and identifies required skillsets required + Work with cross functional project leads to ensure project success + Define controls architecture, platform, and functionality + Ensure compliance with software standards and program requirements + Support customer interactions, technical reviews, and proposal efforts * System Simulation and Modeling + Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems + Identify performance metrics and system specifications from model results + Model correlation and validation to test data + Use models to develop and test controls algorithms * System Hardware Integration + Support design, selection, and integration of electronic components + Communicate mechanical requirements of system to design staff + Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements + Troubleshoot and resolve system and electrical issues, * Embedded software in C/C++ on microcontrollers, Linux, or RTOS-based platforms * System modeling and simulation in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow + Embedded Model-Based Development tools (Simulink/Stateflow Coder, MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, dSPACE) * Vehicle/system level simulation (ADAMS, Dymola, CarSim/ TruckSim, FMI/FMU) * Classical control techniques including PID, lead-lag compensation, loop shaping, root locus design, feedforward control, and cascaded loop architectures * Modern control techniques including state-space modeling, LQR/LQG, Kalman Filtering, Model Predictive Control (MPC), robust control and MIMO system design * Expertise in specific areas such as: + Weapon Systems + Combat Vehicle Engineering + Fire Control Systems + Turrets and Ammo Handling Systems ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)