Embedded Software Engineer III - Tactical Communications & Waveform Systems

Planning Data Link Operations Middleware Code Review Scalability Communication Field Testing Cyber Security Device Drivers Software Design Computer Science Secret Clearance Agile Methodology Embedded Software Business Valuation Tactical Data Link Systems Integration System Requirements Software Interfaces Software Development Computer Engineering Software Architecture Full Stack Development Electrical Engineering Object-Oriented Design Business Transformation Tactical Communications Communications Protocols Linux On Embedded Systems Verification And Validation Real-Time Operating Systems Software Development Life Cycle Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) $104,000 - $166,400 / yr Posted yesterday, We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop, integrate, and enhance mission-critical software supporting advanced tactical communications systems. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of embedded and real-time software operating within complex communications environments.

The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in embedded software development, communication protocols, and real-time operating systems. Engineers with experience supporting Tactical Data Links (TDLs), Link 16, waveform development, software-defined radios (SDRs), secure communications, or military networking systems are highly desired.

This position offers the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with systems, hardware, FPGA, integration and test, and cybersecurity teams to deliver high-performance communication capabilities for operational environments., * Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain embedded software solutions for tactical communication systems.

• Develop software for real-time and embedded Linux operating environments.
• Support the architecture, implementation, and enhancement of Tactical Data Link and networking capabilities.
• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and technical planning activities.
• Develop and optimize low-level software interfaces, middleware, device drivers, and network services.
• Analyze system requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across software, hardware, and networking domains.
• Collaborate within an Agile development environment alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and field testing activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience developing embedded software using C and/or C++.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and/or Embedded Linux.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design, and software development best practices.
• Experience with networking concepts and communication protocols.
• Active Secret clearance or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

Tactical Commmunications

• Link 16 experience
• Tactical Data Link (TDL) development
• MIL-STD-6016 familiarity
• Waveform development or integration
• Software Defined Radio (SDR) experience
• Secure communications systems
• Network-centric communications architectures

Embedded Systems

• Embedded Linux
• Yocto
• PetaLinux
• Bare-metal development
• Linux kernel development
• Device driver development
• Rust programming language
• Assembly language

Hardware Platforms

• Xilinx Zynq
• Zynq UltraScale+
• Versal
• PowerPC-based systems

Development Tools

• Vivado
• Vitis
• DOORS
• Rhapsody
• ClearCase, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company., Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.