Senior Embedded Software Engineer | Airborne Software

Apera; North Carolina; On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in North Carolina is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of real-time, safety-critical embedded software for airborne systems. You will need a minimum of 7 years of experience in embedded software development, with a strong mastery of C programming and compliance knowledge of DO-178C. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable aviation and lead a team of engineers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems.
• Mastery of C programming and familiarity with Assembly.
• Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and refine system requirements from an embedded software perspective.
• Design and implement embedded software in C and Assembly for ARM microcontrollers.
• Lead and mentor a small team of embedded software engineers.

Skills

Embedded C programming

System integration

DO-178C compliance

Requirements engineering

Leadership

Education

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

Tools

ARM microcontrollers

Oscilloscopes

Analyzers

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer | Airborne Software

Senior Embedded Software Engineer | Airborne Software

This range is provided by Apera. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

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System Safety Engineering – Principal Recruitment Consultant – Aerospace ️ @ Apera

Role: Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location: North Carolina

Salary range: $135,000 - $165,000

A forward-thinking aerospace organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of real-time, safety-critical embedded software for airborne systems. This role involves technical leadership, architecture, and hands-on development of embedded software in compliance with rigorous aviation standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in embedded C programming, system integration, and DO-178C.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and refine system requirements from an embedded software perspective
• Develop high-level and low-level software requirements and architecture
• Design and implement embedded software in C and Assembly for ARM microcontrollers
• Integrate software with hardware and other systems; support system-level integration
• Troubleshoot and optimize software performance, timing, and reliability
• Lead and mentor a small team of embedded software engineers
• Conduct peer reviews and collaborate with verification teams
• Promote reuse of software components and lifecycle data
• Communicate with regulatory bodies and support certification activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in real-time embedded software development for safety-critical systems
• Strong background in requirements engineering, software architecture, and design
• Mastery of C programming and familiarity with Assembly
• Experience with ARM microcontrollers (e.g., STM or TI Hercules series)
• Proficient in reading schematics, datasheets, and technical documentation
• Skilled in using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
• Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A compliance and related standards
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TI TMS570 microcontrollers and Lauterbach TRACE32
• Familiarity with GNU GCC ARM toolchain and Code Composer Studio
• Knowledge of Polarion ALM and model-based development (DO-331)
• Experience with embedded systems for motor control, battery management, or flight control
• Background in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with FAA Stage of Involvement reviews and DER communication

If you would like the opportunity to join a business that is at the forefront of the future of sustainable aviation then please send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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