• Engineer Embedded Software 2

    Actalent (Los Angeles, CA)


    Job Title: Engineer Embedded Software 2Job Description

     

    We are seeking a Principal Engineer Embedded Software - Product Owner who possesses a strong desire to learn new technologies and join our innovative teams. The successful candidate will help develop, enhance, and maintain software on cutting-edge products and systems. This position requires you to work 100% on-site.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPT) for Embedded Software.

    + Serve as a Control Account Manager (CAM).

    + Develop and execute test procedures.

    + Integrate hardware and software.

    + Design and document programmable logic tests and evaluations.

    + Act as a technical lead and software architect.

    + Utilize aircraft simulation and SSC Subject Matter Expertise with Vitis.

    + Focus 75% on breaking down work and tasking it out to engineers.

    + Perform hands-on embedded work as necessary, comprising 25% of responsibilities.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in embedded software, C++, software development, and C programming.

    + Strong object-oriented programming skills.

    + Experience with RTOS, technical leadership, and software architecture.

    + Experience in programmable logic, test and evaluation, design, and documentation.

    + Experience with Embedded C & C++.

    + Experience with VxWorks and flight software.

    + Weapon System experience and full life cycle development.

    + Experience with firmware, ARM, Jira, Bitbucket, Git, and Agile methodologies.

    + Familiarity with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet.

    + Experience with Linux and VxWorks.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with 5 years of experience, or a Master's with 3 years, or a PhD with 1 year.

    + Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications.

    + Experience with ARM architectures and peripherals.

    + Experience using Jira, Bitbucket, and Git within the Agile software development process.

    + Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret level security clearance.

    + Experience with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, and Ethernet.

    + Experience with networking protocols including IPSec and TLS.

    + Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations.

    + Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries like wolfSSL.

    + Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development and modifications.

    + Familiarity with assembly language and bare-metal embedded device drivers.

    + Familiarity with PowerPC architectures and peripherals, VHDL/Verilog/FPGA, and Xilinx tools like Vitis and Vivado.

    + Familiarity with IBM tools such as Rhapsody, DOORS, and ClearCase.

    + Familiarity with Green Hills tools like AdaMulti.

    + Familiarity with static analysis and unit testing.

    + Current or active Secret clearance is preferred.

    Work Environment

    This role requires working 100% on-site in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The work involves using cutting-edge technologies and tools. The position may involve working with classified information and requires maintaining a U.S. Department of Defense Secret level security clearance.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $74.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.