Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager/Aerospace/Boston, MA, LOCAL

Motion Recruitment; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager to lead a small team responsible for real-time firmware behind motion control systems.

The role combines hands-on firmware work with leadership, requiring strong C/C++, Verilog, and Python expertise, plus experience with RTOS and FPGA architectures. Onsite Canton, MA is required, with collaboration across hardware and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of firmware development with real-time embedded systems, preferably in motion control.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small team in embedded firmware development.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Verilog, and Python.
• Strong understanding of FPGA and/or microprocessor architectures, peripherals, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, CANopen, EtherCAT).
• Experience with RTOS and embedded development tools (debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes).
• Familiarity reading schematics/datasheets; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small firmware team (2–4) to design, develop, test, and maintain motion control firmware.
• Set best practices for firmware development and testing; contribute to code reviews.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and applications engineers cross-functionally; drive documentation and testing.

Skills

C/C++

Verilog

Python

RTOS

Firmware leadership

UART

SPI

CANopen

EtherCAT

Debuggers

Oscilloscopes

Education

BSc/MSc EE/CE/CS

Tools

FPGA

Emulators

Debuggers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Our client, a leading innovator in motion control products serving the robotics, automation, and aerospace industries, is looking for a full-time Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager to help lead firmware development for its advanced motion control systems. This role combines hands on real time embedded firmware work with leadership of a small team of firmware engineers.

This role is 5 days onsite in Canton, MA

This is a great fit for a technical leader who wants to stay close to the code while growing their people management skills. You'll direct and mentor a small team, set best practices for firmware development and testing, and work cross-functionally with hardware, software, and applications engineers, all while shaping how a growing, innovation-driven company builds the firmware behind its motion control products.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of firmware development experience with real-time embedded systems, preferably in the motion control industry
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small team in developing embedded firmware
• Proficiency in C/C++, Verilog, and Python
• Strong understanding of FPGA and/or microprocessor architectures, peripherals, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, CANopen, EtherCAT)
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded development tools (debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes)
• Familiarity with hardware design principles and the ability to read schematics and datasheets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to convey technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with motor control technologies such as brushless DC motors, stepper motors, and servo systems
• Knowledge of control theory and experience implementing control algorithms for motion control applications
• Knowledge of Functional Safety requirements, standards, and regulatory requirements related to motion control products

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• C/C++, Verilog, and Python
• FPGA and/or microprocessor architectures, RTOS, and communication protocols (UART, SPI, CANopen, EtherCAT)
• Embedded development tools: debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes

Daily Responsibilities

• Contribute individually and direct a small team (2–4) of firmware engineers to design, develop, test, and maintain firmware for motion control products
• Manage and mentor the firmware engineering team, oversee control algorithm implementation, and lead testing, debugging, and documentation efforts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware engineers, software developers, and applications engineers, and participate in code reviews to uphold best practices

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: McIver Harris