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Company Description
Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance
We're looking for a hands-on Embedded/Firmware Engineer to design and build embedded systems for next-gen defense robotics. You'll own the development of real-time firmware, embedded PCBs, sensor/motor integration, and field-ready electronics that power rugged, edge-deployed platforms.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in high-stakes environments, love rapid prototyping, and enjoy collaborating across hardware, software, and robotics teams.
Job Description
Firmware & Embedded Development
Additional Information
Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance
We're looking for a hands-on Embedded/Firmware Engineer to design and build embedded systems for next-gen defense robotics. You'll own the development of real-time firmware, embedded PCBs, sensor/motor integration, and field-ready electronics that power rugged, edge-deployed platforms.
This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in high-stakes environments, love rapid prototyping, and enjoy collaborating across hardware, software, and robotics teams.
Job Description
Firmware & Embedded Development
- Write and test embedded firmware for controllers, motor drivers, and sensors
- Implement real-time control loops, sensor acquisition, and signal processing
- Develop firmware testing and debugging tools to ensure reliability
- Design embedded PCBs integrating MCUs, sensors, drivers, and communication interfaces
- Simulate and optimize for performance, durability, and noise immunity
- Integrate sensors (IMUs, LiDAR, cameras) and motors into embedded platforms
- Build firmware for accurate, efficient motor control
- Assemble and field-test prototypes in rugged outdoor and defense-like conditions
- Conduct environmental, shock, and vibration testing for reliability validation
- Lead design-for-manufacturing (DFM) reviews to ensure production readiness
- Work closely with vendors and suppliers to meet quality and cost targets
- Collaborate with mechanical, optical, and robotics teams for full system integration
- Build software interfaces with other computing systems across the platform
- Support field deployments with hands-on troubleshooting and guidance
- Produce schematics, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and firmware documentation
- Ensure systems meet safety, MIL-STD, and ITAR compliance requirements
- 3-8 years in embedded systems, firmware development, or robotics
- Strong in embedded C/C++, with some Python
- Familiar with RTOS, Altium/KiCad, and debugging tools
- Experience with PCB design, sensor integration, motor control
- Skilled in designing for EMI/EMC, thermal, and real-world rugged use
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field
- Strong problem-solver with a bias for action and hands-on experimentation
- Comfortable in fast-paced, cross-disciplinary environments
- Excellent communicator and collaborator
- Experience with rugged electronics in harsh environments
- Familiarity with MIL-STD and ITAR compliance
- Background in robotics or real-time control systems
- Active or eligible for U.S. security clearance
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