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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Moog Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Barbara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $135,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Unix, Communications Protocols, Data Control, Datasheets, Software Debugging, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Graphical User Interface, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Software, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Bare Metal
- **Published:** September 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/candidate/trackback_apply?vacancyId=[vacid]

## About the Role

* Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering desired.
 + Bachelor of Science degree in other engineering fields may be considered with appropriate additional experience in the design/development/test of real-time control software.
 * Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design/development/test of embedded real-time control software, of which 2-3 years overall experience in software development.
 * C language (Java a plus)
 * OS experience, especially RTOS (bare metal and embedded Linux a plus)
 * Experience with communication protocol drivers and stacks (networking, 1553, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)
 * Read and understand electronic part data sheets, electrical schematics, and communication protocol documents.
 * Experience in Unix internals, low level driver software, communication interface software as well as GUI software is a plus.
 * Ability to travel approximately 10-15%.
 * Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

## Description

We're looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Moog's Space and Defense Group. This position follows a 9/80 work schedule, which provides every other Friday off!

Our Santa Barbara Operations provides sub-systems and components for every mission critical system on a modern military vehicle. Our heritage is in electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems and now, through acquisitions and internal development, Moog provides expert solutions in:

 * Stabilized Turret Drive Systems
 * Integrated WeaponSystems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)
 * Ammunition Handling
 * Data Control and Distribution
 * Power Management and Distribution, * Design, code, debug, and integrate new capabilities for our new and existing turreted weapons systems (RIwP)
 * Debug issues with existing systems
 * Integration of new capabilities both in the Systems Integration Lab and in the field.
 * Deliver executable software that meets quality and performance requirements.
 * Deliver other software work products (documentation) that meet contractual requirements.
 * Provide status reporting tomanagement during project execution.


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