Flight Software Engineer — Real-Time Embedded Systems

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 62,500 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Health and finance workshops

Discounts to local museums

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. is looking for a Software Engineer 1 to join their team in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, you'll tackle national challenges in defense, space, and biomedical engineering, working on embedded software development based on prototype algorithms and engaging in the full software lifecycle.

Ideal candidates are expected to have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and possess 0-3 years of experience in software engineering. A government security clearance is preferred. The salary range for this position is between $62,500 and $140,000.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years experience in Software Engineering or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
• Communicates with customers to establish requirements.

Skills

Embedded systems development

C/C++ programming

Troubleshooting skills

Real-time systems software

UML/SysML experience

Knowledge of IP protocols

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Software configuration management tools

In-circuit emulators

JTAG debuggers

Laboratory test equipment

Job description

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. is looking for a Software Engineer 1 to join their team in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, you'll tackle national challenges in defense, space, and biomedical engineering, working on embedded software development based on prototype algorithms and engaging in the full software lifecycle.

Ideal candidates are expected to have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and possess 0-3 years of experience in software engineering. A government security clearance is preferred. The salary range for this position is between $62,500 and $140,000.