Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer/Architect specializing in Linux-based embedded systems for high-power RF applications including SSPAs and BUCs used in ground airborne and space platforms. This role focuses on designing real-time embedded software architectures control systems and mission-critical applications that meet stringent aerospace and defense standards.

You will work across the full software lifecyclefrom architecture and development to testing qualification and productionwhile collaborating with RF systems hardware and program teams to deliver high-reliability embedded solutions for mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop real-time embedded software architectures for Linux-based and RTOS-based systems (Yocto FreeRTOS VxWorks).
• Develop low-level firmware device drivers and BSP integrations for embedded hardware platforms.
• Implement control algorithms for power electronics including DC-DC converters and switching power systems.
• Develop software for thermal management fault detection monitoring and RF system control (SSPAs/BUCs).
• Work on digital signal processing (DSP) solutions including digital predistortion (DPD) and adaptive control techniques.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards including DO-178 MIL-STD-882 EMI/EMC and environmental requirements.
• Lead architecture reviews technical trade studies and risk assessments.
• Support system integration prototype development verification validation and qualification testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and customers to define requirements and system specifications.
• Contribute to proposal development technical documentation and customer-facing engineering presentations.
• Drive engineering best practices across configuration management lifecycle development and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or related field.
• 3 years of experience in embedded software development and system architecture.
• Strong expertise in embedded C/C and Linux-based systems.
• Hands-on experience with Yocto Project and embedded Linux build systems.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS VxWorks or equivalent).
• Proficiency in device driver development BSPs and low-level system debugging.
• Knowledge of communication protocols: SPI I2C UART Ethernet CAN Modbus.
• Experience in embedded control systems power electronics or RF-related applications.
• Familiarity with aerospace defense satellite communications or regulated embedded environments.
• Understanding of DO-178 MIL-STD-882 or similar safety-critical standards.
• Strong analytical skills with applied knowledge of calculus probability and statistics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced mission-critical engineering environment.
• U.S. work authorization required; ability to obtain or hold a security clearance preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SSPAs BUCs RF systems or satellite communications payloads.
• Knowledge of FPGA GPU or NPU integration in embedded systems.
• Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) adaptive control and digital predistortion (DPD).
• Background in aerospace defense prime contractors or space-qualified systems development.
• Experience with formal V&V processes configuration management and engineering change control.
• Exposure to AI/ML acceleration on embedded or edge systems.

Why This Role

This is a high-impact engineering role focused on next-generation RF and space-grade embedded systems. You will help shape architectures that operate in extreme environments while ensuring reliability performance and compliance with rigorous aerospace standards.

Additional Information

• Location: Cypress CA (Relocation assistance available)
• Security clearance: Active or eligibility preferred
• Work environment: Cross-disciplinary engineering teams supporting defense aerospace and satellite programs

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on race color religion gender national origin disability or veteran status.