Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

AIRMO; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AIRMO is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own the design, development, and maintenance of space-grade control systems. You will work on PHU software/hardware, powering payloads, data capture, and reliability in space and flight.

The role demands hands-on experience with STM32 firmware, Linux on ARM, GNSS timing, and high-reliability hardware interfaces. You will collaborate across hardware, optics, and mission operations teams to deliver end-to-end payload software.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of embedded software development in aerospace/high-reliability domains.
• Expert-level C/C++ for bare-metal and RTOS environments.
• Proven Linux application development on ARM platforms with cross-toolchains and kernel extensions.

Aufgaben

• Design, write, and maintain real-time firmware on STM32 (bare-metal/RTOS).
• Develop and optimize Linux apps on NVIDIA Jetson (ARM) for high-throughput data handling.
• Integrate data streams from USB cameras, UART/CAN sensors, and CameraLink frame grabbers.
• Implement trigger logic and timestamp sync using GNSS modules and PPS signals.
• Collaborate with hardware, optics, and mission ops teams to integrate software into payloads.
• Build/run unit/integration tests, hardware-in-the-loop benches, and validation suites.
• Document firmware architectures, APIs, test plans, and validation results clearly.

Kenntnisse

C/C++

Linux

RTOS

STM32

Bare-metal

ARM

GNSS

CAN

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering/Software Engineering/CS

Tools

FreeRTOS

YAMCS

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

AIRMO is looking for a hands-on, talented Senior Embedded Software Engineer to own the design, development, and maintenance of our next-generation satellite and airborne control systems. You’ll be at the core of our Payload Handling Unit (PHU) software and hardware — powering payloads, orchestrating data capture, and ensuring rock-solid reliability in space and flight.

Your Responsibilities In AIRMO

• Designing, writing, and maintaining real-time firmware on STM32 (bare-metal and RTOS) for power sequencing, current monitoring, and fault shutdown


• Developing and optimizing Linux applications on NVIDIA Jetson (ARM) for high-throughput data handling


• Integrating and coordinating data streams from USB cameras, UART/CAN sensors, and CameraLink frame grabbers


• Implementing precise trigger logic and timestamp synchronization using GNSS modules and PPS signals


• Interfacing with IMUs, RTCs, environmental sensors, and other payload peripherals


• Building and running unit/integration tests, hardware-in-the-loop benches, and automated validation suites


• Implementing and debugging Cyphal (CAN-based) protocols and YAMCS Mission Control interfaces


• Collaborating closely with hardware, optics, and mission operations teams to integrate software into end-to-end payload systems


• Documenting firmware architectures, APIs, test plans, and validation results with clarity and rigor

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent hands‑on experience


• 5+ years of embedded software development, preferably in aerospace, robotics, or other high reliability domains


• Expert‑level C/C++ skills for bare‑metal and RTOS environments


• Proven Linux application development on ARM platforms, including cross‑toolchains and kernel extensions


• Hands‑on integration experience with:


• GNSS timing modules


• Inertial sensors, real‑time clocks, environmental sensors


• High‑speed interfaces: USB, UART, CAN, CameraLink


• Solid understanding of power management, current sensing, and hardware fault protection


• Familiarity with Cyphal and YAMCS or comparable ground‑control frameworks


• A “hacker” mentality: rapid prototyping, creative problem‑solving, and a willingness to dive into schematics or PCB layouts when needed


• Fluency in English

The minimum requirements for applicants include:

• Ability to spin up a FreeRTOS task faster than your morning coffee brews


• Skill to cross‑compile and flash STM32 firmware blindfolded


• Comfort troubleshooting interrupt priorities and memory constraints on the fly


• Enthusiasm to learn about the NewSpace or Climate tech

Why us?

This is a rare chance to build real software that will fly beyond the edge of the atmosphere — and bring critical Earth‑observation payloads to life. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, write mission‑critical code, and help shape the future of space‑based instrumentation, we want to hear from you.

About Us

AIRMO is a European climate‑tech company using space and airborne technologies to monitor greenhouse gas emissions globally. Our instruments — combining LiDAR and hyperspectral imaging — detect and quantify methane and CO₂ emissions from industrial sites, pipelines, and national infrastructure.

We’re building a global monitoring system from ground to space, helping energy companies, governments, and investors take real action on climate impact.