Embedded Design Engineer

SCCI; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

SCCI in Dahlgren, Virginia, is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Design Engineer to join our team supporting a Weapon System Program. You will develop weapon control system code across multiple projects, from embedded microcontrollers to simulators with interactive GUI designs.

This onsite role at NSWCDD in Dahlgren requires a robust background in C/C++, GUI development, and TCP/IP networking, plus experience with version control tools like Git and CI systems such as Jenkins or GitLab.

Qualifications

• US citizen with ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance.
• BS in Computer Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering or direct hands-on weapon system experience.

Responsibilities

• Debug and troubleshoot hardware-software interfaces at a low level.
• Diagnose and resolve network configuration, connectivity, and data transmission problems.
• Write test cases, unit testing and validation of hardware software integration.
• Work in a fast paced, field environment with focus on fielding a product.
• Support tasking for multiple projects.

Skills

C++

C#

Java

Embedded software

GUI development

TCP/IP

Git

Jenkins

GitLab

Unit testing

Microcontrollers

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

Jenkins

GitLab

Job description

Overview

SCCI is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Design Engineer to join our team in support of a Weapon System Program. In this role, you will develop weapon control system code for multiple projects across the Battle Management System portfolio. Tasks range in scope from coding on embedded microcontrollers to developing simulators that include interactive GUI designs. You will support installation and assessment of embedded systems locally and at external locations. This position is located onsite at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA.

SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 48 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Debug and troubleshoot hardware-software interfaces at a low-level using tools, such as an oscilloscope, logic analyzers, etc.
• Diagnose and resolve network-related issues, including network configuration, connectivity, and data transmission problems
• Write test cases, unit testing and validation of hardware software integration
• Work in a fast paced, rapidly changing range/field environment with a focus on fielding a product
• Support tasking for multiple projects

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Experience

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in computer engineering and/or electrical engineering; Degree requirements may be waived for candidates with direct hands-on experience with a weapon system application
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience demonstrating the ability to concept, prototype, design, code, and engineer embedded software solutions
• Knowledge of C#, Java, or C++
• Knowledge of hardware architectures, microcontrollers and communication protocols
• Knowledge of GUI development
• Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol suite, including network stack integration and socket programming
• Proficiency with widely used version control systems, such as Git
• Knowledge of tools like Jenkins, GitLab

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Knowledge and experience with weapon system integration
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of military standards, such as MIL-STD-1553 and UAI STANAG 4586
• Experience with integration with GPS, sensor balls, safety interlock circuitry

SCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of employees and their families. EOE of Veterans and Disabilities.