• Embedded Firmware Engineer

    Actalent (West Chester, PA)


    Embedded Firmware Engineer

     

    West Chester, PA - Full-time position

     

    Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 + 10% annual bonus

    Position Description

    Candidate needs to be able to work in a team environment with other engineers and disciplines to develop and integrate software/hardware into complex avionics equipment. The candidate will be writing code in C with some assembly code for lower level or performance critical functions. The candidate can make assessments on reusability, maintainability, and efficiency on software across product lines. The candidate will be responsible for the development of low-level software requirements and design documentation in accordance with RTCA DO-178B/C guidelines. The candidate should utilize their own expertise within a team environment to add input on technical approaches for software/product design in compliance with FAA guidelines and or established processes.

    Requirements:

    Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship due to ITAR compliance requirements.

     

    Required degree.

     

    o Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (with C exposure).

    Required Knowledge

    o Embedded systems knowledge

    o ARM processor (or similar) based development

    o Read and Write C source code

    o Read Assembly language

    o Ability to read and understand electronic component datasheets

    Desired skills:

    o Real Time Operating System (i.e. VxWorks) knowledge is desired

    o Board Level programming knowledge (i.e. u-boot) is desired

    o Interface knowledge: SPI, 422, 485, i2C, USB, ethernet, RGB, LVDS, MIPI

    o Ability to use Debugger and low level troubleshooting skills is desired

    o Familiarity with Eclipse or other IDEs is a plus

    o Linux experience is desired

    o Multi core processor knowledge is desired

    Required personnel traits:

    o Professional and effective communication skills are must.

    o Complex problem-solving skills are necessary.

    o Quick learners that can research and self-teach are desired.

    o Dependability, accountability, availability are mandatory.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

     

    10% annual bonus to all engineers

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in West Chester,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

     

    + Hiring diverse talent

    + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

    + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

    + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.