Embedded Systems Engineer - Real-Time C++ for Gimbals

firstPRO US; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO US is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer in Orlando to join a team of skilled engineers. You will implement real-time control software in C++ for gimbaled systems and support hardware control protocols in a lab setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on optical projects, cross-functional collaboration, and efficient test execution from prototyping to DV testing, with opportunities to present findings to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
• 2–5 years of embedded software experience.
• Able to work in a lab environment.
• Aptitude for hands-on optical projects.
• Self-motivated with good communication & problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Implement real-time control system design in C++.
• Implement communication protocols to control hardware.
• Understand timing and thread prioritization.
• Assist in prototypes in the lab.
• Work with cross-functional team through DVT.
• Present test findings to engineers and leadership.
• Support development from prototyping to root cause analysis.
• Lab setup, calibration, and equipment maintenance.
• Research new equipment and perform surveys.
• Document data files, reports, drawings, and related tasks.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Lab work

Optical projects

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer/Electrical/Software Eng

Tools

Windows

Linux

Office 365

Job description

firstPRO US is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer in Orlando to join a team of skilled engineers. You will implement real-time control software in C++ for gimbaled systems and support hardware control protocols in a lab setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on optical projects, cross-functional collaboration, and efficient test execution from prototyping to DV testing, with opportunities to present findings to senior leadership.