Embedded Software Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers. The Embedded and Specialized Computing Department (ESCD) is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Sr MTS/Engineering Specialist – Computer Engineering) to perform research and development activities towards innovative embedded prototypes in areas such as image and signal processing, accelerated computing, and AI/ML implementation at the edge. These prototypes and resulting lessons learned are crucial for advancing the capability of the next generation of satellites, thus ensuring the United States’ continued dominance in space. Members of this team provide design and implementation support to a wide range of customers including the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC), the Space Development Agency (SDA), the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and other civil customers (e.g. NASA). This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, which is 100% onsite.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the Senior Member of Technical Staff – Computer Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM field
4 or more years of direct experience in embedded software development or designing embedded systems
Deep technical expertise with hands on experience in at least two of the following areas: embedded systems, software development, edge AI, or FPGA design
Experience with leading hardware platforms and tool suites (e.g., AMD/Xilinx, Altera, Microchip, ST Microelectronics)
Proficiency with common embedded interfaces (such as I2C, SPI, GPIO, UART, etc.)
Willing to travel domestically up to 10%
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Engineering Specialist – Computer Engineering include:
8 years of direct experience in embedded software development or designing embedded systems
Experience translating and presenting in-depth technical material to both internal technical teams and external customers
Demonstrated experience identifying opportunities, leading proposals, and executing awarded projects to completion

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Ability to collaborate across hardware and software teams, especially in projects that bridge heterogeneous computing (CPU, FPGA, GPU) and embedded system solutions
Skilled in implementing AI/ML algorithms on embedded platforms utilizing frameworks such as LiteRT (Tensorflow Lite), TensorRT, Vitis AI, or others
Experience leveraging high-level synthesis (HLS) to accelerate and deploy algorithms on FPGAs
Demonstrated experience developing and optimizing CUDA kernels for embedded applications
Previous experience developing embedded software solutions for space applications
Active Top-Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Develop embedded software solutions for the evaluation of novel processors and state-of-the-art on-board processing systems
Rapidly develop and test embedded software prototypes on Linux-based SoCs, embedded GPUs, FPGAs, application specific accelerators, microcontrollers, or other emerging processors
Collaborate with engineers across the corporation to evaluate and optimize algorithms for embedded implementations
Work in a wide range of application areas such as image processing, signal processing, and AI/ML algorithms for low SWaP, embedded implementations
Collaborate with Aerospace’s small satellite team to demonstrate applications on orbit
Work in partnership with Aerospace Corporation scientists to evaluate and test the radiation susceptibility of embedded processors and determine appropriate mitigations
Propose and execute on research projects based on emerging technologies to advance the department's product and knowledge lines
Proactively interact with internal and external customers by presenting project status, technical findings and technical demonstrations

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max) $110,400 - $193,500
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Right Place
The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.
Right Path
Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development.
Right Purpose
We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.
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Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.