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# Embedded Software Engineer - Flight Stack

- **Company:** Knightwerx Inc.
- **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, FreeRTOS, GIS Applications, Hardware Design, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, MATLAB, Qt (Software), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Systems, ReactJS, Ios Frameworks, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Containerization, Information Technology, Software Performance, Software Version Control, User Administration
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75656538-embedded-software-engineer-flight-stack

## About the Role

* Extremely knowledgeable at hardware integration and hardware toolsets.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
 * 5+ years of experience developing embedded software for UAVs, robotics, aerospace systems, defense systems, automotive systems, or other safety-critical products. Ideal candidates have extensive experience with small drones (Group 1 and Group 2).
 * Experience designing, implementing, and testing real-time embedded software.
 * Hands-on experience with PX4, ArduPilot, or similar flight-control platforms.
 * Strong knowledge of MAVLink, RTPS, or related communications protocols.
 * Experience with uORB, FastDDS, or similar real-time communications frameworks.
 * Proficiency in C++, Python, and/or Rust.
 * Experience with Git, CMake, debugging tools, and embedded software development workflows.
 * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills., * Experience with STANAG 4586 and UAV interoperability standards.
 * Experience with mission planning, geospatial systems, and mapping software.
 * Familiarity with Qt, React, or similar UI frameworks.
 * Experience with RTOS platforms such as NuttX, ChibiOS, or FreeRTOS.
 * Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Gazebo, or similar simulation environments.
 * Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems.
 * Experience with containerization and deployment technologies.
 * Knowledge of airworthiness, safety, and flight-certification practices.

## Description

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop, integrate, and optimize the flight control software that powers next-generation unmanned aircraft.

In this role, you will work closely with aeromechanical, avionics, autonomy, and systems engineering teams to deliver reliable, safety-critical flight software from prototype through production. Your work will directly impact aircraft performance, mission capability, and operational reliability.

This is a hands-on engineering position for someone who enjoys solving challenging embedded systems problems, working close to the hardware, and seeing software evolve into real-world flight capability.

Technical Challenges You Will Tackle

 * Develop, integrate, and maintain real-time flight control software for unmanned aircraft systems.
 * Implement flight-control, state-estimation, and sensor-fusion algorithms for stable and precise flight.
 * Integrate avionics hardware, navigation sensors, payload systems, power systems, and communications into the flight stack.
 * Conduct SIL/HIL simulations, bench testing, and flight-readiness validation activities.
 * Support flight testing including pre-flight checkout, telemetry monitoring, and post-flight log analysis.
 * Develop mission-planning, vehicle-management, and autopilot software capabilities.
 * Create user interfaces for monitoring and controlling UAV systems.
 * Optimize software performance, scalability, maintainability, and reliability.
 * Maintain configuration management, version control, software documentation, and test procedures.
 * Collaborate across autonomy, propulsion, aerodynamics, avionics, and systems engineering disciplines.