Embedded Software & Control Lead

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR); New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) is seeking an Embedded Software & Control Lead in New Hudson, MI. You will oversee a small team responsible for controls and software development, system integration, modeling, and testing, with responsibilities spanning performance management, recruitment, and process improvements.

Eligibility requires US citizenship for government work. Requirements include a BS/MS in a relevant field and 6+ years of engineering experience.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in relevant engineering or computer science field.
• 6+ years engineering experience with embedded systems and controls.
• Experience leading small teams and coordinating with cross-functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee controls and software development for embedded systems.
• Lead system integration, modeling, and testing activities.
• Manage 2–7 direct reports and support performance reviews.
• Coordinate with customers, reviews, and proposal efforts.
• Define controls architecture and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

RTOS

MATLAB/Simulink

Model-based development

System modeling

Controls theory

Vehicle systems

Leadership

Recruitment/mentoring

Education

BS or MS in Automotive/Mechanical/Electrical Eng or CS/CE/Mechatronics

6+ years of engineering experience

Tools

Simulink/Stateflow

MotoHawk

Raptor

OpenECU

dSPACE

ADAMS/CarSim

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software & Control Lead
Job Location: New Hudson, MI
Eligibility/Clearance: US Citizenship required as this supports a
government contract

Job Description

The Defense Controls Engineer Team Lead will oversee a small team responsible for controls and software development, system integration, characterization, and testing. This position requires a deep understanding of embedded systems, control theory, and real-time software design. In addition to technical leadership, the role provides direct supervision and career development to 2-7 direct reports, supporting performance management, recruitment, and process development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Leadership

• Manage performance, development, and goal setting of direct reports
• Mentor and develop technical capabilities within the team
• Assist with employee retention and recruitment
• Assist with budget and department goal setting

Controls Software Technical Leadership

• Lead technical execution of embedded controls and software scope
• Estimate effort and identifies required skillsets required
• Work with cross functional project leads to ensure project success
• Define controls architecture, platform, and functionality
• Ensure compliance with software standards and program requirements
• Support customer interactions, technical reviews, and proposal efforts

System Simulation and Modeling

• Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
• Identify performance metrics and system specifications from model results
• Model correlation and validation to test data
• Use models to develop and test controls algorithms

System Hardware Integration

• Support design, selection, and integration of electronic components
• Communicate mechanical requirements of system to design staff
• Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and electrical issues

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems
• 6+ years of engineering experience

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Embedded software in C/C++ on microcontrollers, Linux, or RTOS-based platforms
• System modeling and simulation in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
• Embedded Model-Based Development tools (Simulink/Stateflow Coder, MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, dSPACE)
• Vehicle/system level simulation (ADAMS, Dymola, CarSim/TruckSim, FMI/FMU)
• Classical control techniques including PID, lead–lag compensation, loop shaping, root locus design, feedforward control, and cascaded loop architectures
• Modern control techniques including state-space modeling, LQR/LQG, Kalman Filtering, Model Predictive Control (MPC), robust control and MIMO system design
• Expertise in specific areas such as:
  • Weapon Systems
  • Combat Vehicle Engineering
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Turrets and Ammo Handling Systems
• Knowledge of MIL Standards for software, electronics, communications, cyber and functional safety (MIL-STD-498, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-882E, DO-178C, DO-254)
• Experience delivering defense software CDRLs
• Networking protocols and standards (Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, EtherCAT, DDS, TSN)
• Automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, J1939, XCP/CCP) and Tools (Vector, Kvaser, INCA)
• Actuator controls (motors, valves) and by-wire design
• Electric and Hybrid vehicle architecture
• Vehicle and system troubleshooting experience
• Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Pneumatic system design and simulation
• Data acquisition hardware and software experience
• Must meet the requirements for obtaining US Government clearance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position requires light physical activity

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with infrequent night/weekend work for project surge support and additional effort as needed to achieve deadlines
• Some travel as required or on-site customer work

Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability