Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Defense Laser Systems

Coherent Aerospace & Defense Inc; New Jersey; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in New Jersey is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop advanced laser systems. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of experience, strong skills in C and C++, and embedded systems expertise. Responsibilities include designing software architecture, developing real-time applications, and supporting system integration. This role offers an opportunity to work on critical defense projects and requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent.
• Experience in architecting and designing embedded software solutions.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design software for advanced laser systems.
• Develop and test embedded software.
• Support system integration and provide technical expertise.

Skills

Software architecture and design

Embedded systems development

C/C++ programming

Embedded Linux

Real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Debugging and troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Tools

FPGAs

Microcontrollers

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company in New Jersey is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop advanced laser systems. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of experience, strong skills in C and C++, and embedded systems expertise. Responsibilities include designing software architecture, developing real-time applications, and supporting system integration. This role offers an opportunity to work on critical defense projects and requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.