Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Rheinmetall; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheinmetall Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with 15+ years in software engineering for military vehicle systems. You will lead requirements generation, design, development and integration of complex software across CPU/GPU/FPGA platforms.

Requires at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance; travel internationally for tech transfer is anticipated.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of software engineering experience in complex systems.
• Experience with RTOS, embedded C/C++, and Linux environments.
• Proven ability to model with SysML/UML and perform system integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop vehicle software for military combat systems.
• Prototype using rapid development, agile methods, and DevSecOps.
• Review test plans and support SIL/HIL activities.
• Interact with customers and suppliers to ensure requirements are met.
• Utilize tools like Git, Jira, Confluence for lifecycle management.

Skills

RTOS

Embedded C/C++

Linux

SysML/UML

System integration

Education

BSc Engineering (Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive)

MSc Engineering desired (Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Systems, Automotive, Management)

Tools

Confluence

Cameo

MS Office

Job description

Position:Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Job Id:2957

# of Openings:1

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for requirements generation, simulation, design, development and integration of complex military combat vehicle software-based systems.

If you have at least 15 years of experience in Software Engineering and have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field,

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

• Develop vehicle software
• Develop vehicle software and cybersecurity employing rapid prototyping, agile development, DevSecOps
• Develop software requirement specifications, algorithms, logic flow-charts / activity diagrams, leverage SysML Modeling and Simulation input Research, simulate and analyze software solutions to evaluate system performance to meet customer requirements
• Perform trade studies to compare alternative approaches
• Familiarity with software life-cycle development, verification, configuration and integration tools (Git, Jira, Confluence, Kubernetes, CANoe, MATLAB/Simulink, …)
• Familiarity with development and integration of drivers, apps, kernels, containers and VMs
• Familiarity with safety criticality
• Integration of military lethality, survivability, and C5ISR systems
• Support of CPU, GPU, and FPGA integration using design tools
• Interact with external customers and suppliers
• Component/Vehicle test support
• Understand and review test plans for compliance with customer’s requirements and functions
• Employ test / scan software tools
• Support prototype development and test
• Support system-integration-lab (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) activities
• Monitor/analyze test results
• Troubleshoot issues and perform corrective action

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
• Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance
• Applied working knowledge in the domain of software engineering development and systems integration, with a proven track record of product development throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Knowledge of Systems based design and related Standards/Processes
• Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
• Detailed knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering and vehicle principles
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings, possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships
• Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities
• Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
• Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs
• High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing". Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Willing and able to travel internationally for technology transfer

Education

• BSc Engineering (e.g. Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive)
• MSc Engineering desired (e.g. Electrical, Computer Science, Software, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive, Management)

Experience

• 15+ years’ experience software engineering
• Experience with Real-Time OS (RTOS), Linux, Embedded C/C++
• Experience with UML/SysML Model-based SW Dev
• Experience with Confluence, Cameo, MS Office
• Experience with standard bus protocols (J1939 CAN Bus, RS422/485, 802.3 Ethernet)
• Experience with TCP/IP/UDP, DDS, Multicast, DisplayPort, HDMI, HD-SDI protocols
• Experience with x86, ARM, GPU, FPGA