Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

Lead design and development of safety-critical real-time embedded software for aerospace systems.

Key Responsibilities

• system integration
• software architecture
• performance optimization
• embedded development
• component reuse
• requirements analysis

Tasks

-Integrate software with hardware and other systems; support system-level integration -Develop high-level and low-level software requirements and architecture -Troubleshoot and optimize software performance, timing, and reliability -Lead and mentor a small team of embedded software engineers -Communicate with regulatory bodies and support certification activities -Analyze and refine system requirements from an embedded software perspective -Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with verification teams -Design and implement embedded software in C and Assembly -Promote reuse of software components and lifecycle data

Requirements

• c programming
• do-178c
• polarion
• ti tms570
• gcc arm
• 7 years

What You Bring

A forward-thinking aerospace organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of real-time, safety-critical embedded software for airborne systems. This role involves technical leadership, architecture, and hands-on development of embedded software in compliance with rigorous aviation standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in embedded C programming, system integration, and safety-critical software. -Proficient in reading schematics, datasheets, and technical documentation -Knowledge of Polarion ALM and model-based development (DO-331) -Background in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban) -Experience with TI TMS570 microcontrollers and Lauterbach TRACE32 -Skilled in using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, signal generators, etc.) -Experience with embedded systems for motor control, battery management, or flight control -Strong communication and leadership skills -Familiarity with GNU GCC ARM toolchain and Code Composer Studio -Strong background in requirements engineering, software architecture, and design -Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A compliance and related standards -Experience with FAA Stage of Involvement reviews and DER communication -Minimum 7 years of experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems -Knowledge of Texas Instruments Hercules and/or STM ARM microcontrollers, or equivalent -Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field -Mastery of C programming and familiarity with Assembly

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About Apera

-They’ve zeroed in on deep tech, tackling transformative sectors like future mobility, clean energy, defence and space. -Rather than products, Apera crafts high‑impact teams to build groundbreaking technologies across complex domains. -Projects range from launching embedded talent into cutting‑edge defence systems to scaling clean‑energy platforms. -Despite its young age, Apera’s clients include visionary innovators pushing the frontiers of aerospace and sustainable transport. -Unusually for a firm so new, they’ve already opened a U.S. office and are gearing up for major expansion in defense and advanced air mobility.

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