Embedded Systems Engineer — Real-Time Hardware & Firmware

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off

Job summary

Nomad Global Communication Solutions seeks Embedded Systems Engineers to design, develop, and support embedded hardware and firmware across Nomad Total Command (NTC) and other Nomad platforms.

You will write C/C++ for microcontrollers, integrate sensors and networking, and ensure deterministic, real-time behavior in demanding environments. The role spans design reviews, debugging, and production support, with opportunities across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems required.
• Experience with Linux environments.
• Basic networking knowledge and RTOS familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support embedded hardware and firmware for Nomad Total Command (NTC) and Nomad platforms.
• Develop firmware and control logic using C/C++ for microcontrollers and embedded processors.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, networking interfaces, and operator control systems for NTC.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Networking concepts

Embedded debugging

Real-time systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or related

Tools

Docker

FreeRTOS

PCB design

Job description

Nomad Global Communication Solutions seeks Embedded Systems Engineers to design, develop, and support embedded hardware and firmware across Nomad Total Command (NTC) and other Nomad platforms.

You will write C/C++ for microcontrollers, integrate sensors and networking, and ensure deterministic, real-time behavior in demanding environments. The role spans design reviews, debugging, and production support, with opportunities across multiple teams.