Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber

Innoflight LLC • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber, you will design, develop, and integrate advanced cyber secure embedded software solutions for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems. You will collaborate closely with Systems, Hardware, and FPGA engineers to deliver highly secure, rugged, reliable, and Low-Size, Weight, and Power (Low-SWaP) aerospace products. You will also provide technical mentorship and Subject Matter Expert (SME) level guidance to development and test teams.

Requirements

• Expert in C/C++ for embedded systems and low-level driver development.
• Skilled in embedded Linux kernel, bootloader customization, and real-time OS development.
• Experienced with secure networking protocols and hardware interfaces like SPI, PCIe, and Ethernet.
• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and lead software development teams effectively.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 9+ years of experience developing embedded software.
• Advanced proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Deep experience with embedded Linux systems, kernel configuration, and bootloaders.
• Strong understanding of RTOS and real-time constraints.
• Experience interpreting schematics and hardware documentation for driver development.
• Proficient in networking and communications protocols with secure communication standards.
• Familiarity with cryptographic principles and embedded security applications.
• Experience in software integration, debugging, and system-level validation.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proven mentoring and collaborative skills.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with parallel-processing frameworks such as OpenCL or CUDA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software for multi-core processors integrated with FPGAs (e.g., Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago).
• Create software for ARM Cortex and RISC-V processor architectures using C/C++.
• Customize Linux kernel, system settings, bootloaders (U-Boot, GRUB), and implement real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Develop RFC-compliant networking and security protocols such as IP, TLS, and IPsec.
• Work with interconnect standards including SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, PCI, PCIe, Ethernet, and SpaceWire.
• Utilize AES, RSA, ECDSA, and ECDH to develop secure software solutions.
• Oversee the development and testing of reusable, high-quality embedded software modules.
• Establish best practices in Architecture, Design, and Code to maintain system security.
• Convert system and customer requirements into robust software designs.
• Apply government security standards relevant to Innoflight product design and development.
• Assist with integration and debugging on hardware platforms.
• Track features, defects, and releases via formal configuration and release processes.
• Contribute to the enhancement of development practices and team workflows.
• Provide mentorship through design reviews, code walkthroughs, and technical guidance.

Benefits

• Profit-Sharing Bonus
• Cash Performance Bonus
• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
• Continuous Learning & Development: tuition reimbursement, internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns.”
• Mission-Driven Culture: Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees