Embedded Firmware Engineer

Capital Factory; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

401K Employer Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Vitesse Systems is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to design and troubleshoot firmware for robotic systems and electromechanical hardware across diverse industries, including aerospace applications.

The role involves hands-on integration with motors, sensors, and actuators, translating hardware needs into software requirements, and collaborating with electrical engineers to bring boards up and verify performance.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related robotics discipline.
• 2+ years of firmware/embedded software experience for Level I.
• 5+ years for Level II.
• 8+ years for Level III.
• Experience testing, validating and managing firmware deployments.
• Strong C++ and Python coding
• Knowledge of SPI, EtherCAT, Ethernet, UART, CAN, I2C, RS-232 protocols
• Experience with RTOS and ROS hardware integration

Responsibilities

• Write firmware, drivers, and embedded software for devices.
• Bring-up and integration of electromechanical systems.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on board bring-up and testing.
• Translate hardware requirements into firmware specs.
• Ensure deadlines and quality through coding standards and reviews.
• Learn and teach new techniques, continuously improve processes.
• Travel to support hardware assembly and testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

C/C++ embedded

Python

ROS

RTOS

Mechatronics

Kinematics & dynamics

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related robotics field

Tools

Git

Linux

Oscilloscope

Job description

Vitesse Systems is looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer to join the team! The Embedded Firmware Engineer will work with a talented multidisciplinary team of engineers to help design cutting edge robotic systems and electromechanical hardware for clients in a wide variety of industries with applications on earth and outer space.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

• 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
• 401K Employer Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Referral Program

The Role

The primary responsibility of the Embedded Firmware Engineer is to develop and troubleshoot hardware which may require basic hands on mechanical and electrical assembly skills to diagnose issues and implement fixes during the development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Write code for firmware, drivers, and embedded devices
• Hands‑on bring‑up and integration of electromechanical systems and devices (motors, motor controllers, linear and rotary actuators, analog and digital sensors, etc.)
• Work closely with electrical engineers and technicians to support board bring‑up, integration, and testing.
• Translate hardware requirements into firmware and embedded software requirements
• Be technically excellent, accountable for your work, and responsible for deadlines
• Constantly strive to improve your own technical skills, company processes, and be willing to both teach and learn from your peers.
• Travel when required to support hardware assembly, testing, and integration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline applicable to robotics
• Level I: 2+ years of software engineering experience developing production‑grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems
• Level II: 5+ years of software engineering experience developing production‑grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems
• Level III: 8+ years of software engineering experience developing production‑grade firmware and embedded software with preference to electromechanical hardware and robotic systems
• Experience testing, validating, and managing firmware deployments for products in the field
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python with good coding, commenting, and documentation practices
• Proficiency coding embedded systems using C/C++, VHDL, or Verilog in a Linux environment
• Contribute to design documentation for test protocols, reports, and software requirements
• Experience with full life‑cycle library and application development, Git version control, software testing, and continuous integration
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and perform basic debugging
• Development experience with robotic systems and theory (mechatronics, motor control, kinematics, dynamics, sensing, control, planning, etc.)
• Experience working with I/O technologies and embedded systems such as: communication protocols (SPI, EtherCAT, Ethernet, UART, CAN, I2C, RS 232 etc.), actuators, motors, motor controllers, sensors (incremental and absolute encoders, analog sensors, IMUs, etc)
• Proof of US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is required to comply with ITAR regulations.
• Motivation to learn whatever knowledge you are missing to get the job done right
• Familiarity and proficiency using basic electronics tools (soldering iron, crimpers, oscilloscope, etc).
• Spaceflight hardware and avionics
• Spaceflight hardware process development cycles, from requirements generation to V&V
• Software design/qualification experience for radiation hardened electronics
• Knowledge of automated software test and continuous integration systems
• Real Time Operating System (RTOS) development
• ROS and experience with ROS hardware integration
• Ability to work well on a team and take full responsibility for individual tasks which may be open ended

Pay Range

• Level I: $79,000-$108,000
• Level II: $98,000-$138,000
• Level III: $115,000-$150,000

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:

• Is not a United States citizen
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)

Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affinitve Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.