Remote Senior Embedded Firmware Lead (Aerospace/UAS)

Redwire Corporation; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 159,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Paid PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Disability insurance

HSA and FSA Options

Critical Care Plan

Accident Care Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP)

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Senior Staff Embedded Software Engineer in the United States to design and develop firmware for UAV control systems and power management. You will lead the full firmware lifecycle from requirements to testing, ensuring robust performance and safety.

You will collaborate with software, electrical, aerospace engineers, and project managers, applying RTOS and safety-critical methodologies to push advanced technologies in uncrewed aircraft systems and power

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of firmware engineering experience with complex systems such as UAS or advanced electronics.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems with firmware from concept to production.
• Experience with RTOS and microcontroller programming.
• Demonstrated experience in safety-critical embedded applications and device driver development.

Responsibilities

• Firmware Design and Development: Design, develop, and maintain firmware for complex systems, including UAV control systems, power management, and communication protocols.
• Testing and Validation: Develop test plans and conduct rigorous testing to validate firmware performance, compliance, and safety standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive and integrated system designs.
• Innovation: Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance system functionality, performance, and cybersecurity.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for firmware designs, test procedures, and user manuals.

Skills

Firmware design

C/C++ (embedded)

RTOS

UAS experience

Safety-critical

Microcontroller

Driver development

Networking protocols

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Electrical or Computer Eng

Job description

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Senior Staff Embedded Software Engineer in the United States to design and develop firmware for UAV control systems and power management. You will lead the full firmware lifecycle from requirements to testing, ensuring robust performance and safety.

You will collaborate with software, electrical, aerospace engineers, and project managers, applying RTOS and safety-critical methodologies to push advanced technologies in uncrewed aircraft systems and power