Software Engineer (UAV Embedded)

Protingent; Roseville (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Education reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded) in Roseville, CA to architect and implement mission-critical flight software for UAVs, interfacing with avionics hardware and flight algorithms.

You will work with MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, RTOS, and collaborate with GNC engineers to ensure deterministic control and reliable systems across the KUAS environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computing Science, CS, or CE or 7+ years of experience.
• 10+ years C/C++ programming experience.
• Strong understanding of OOP and RTOS development life cycles.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop and firmware updates.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware integrations.
• Collaborates with electrical and GNC engineers on system interactions.
• Writes software requirements, test descriptions, and design documents.

Skills

C++ programming

C programming

Object-Oriented programming

RTOS concepts

MATLAB/Simulink

Education

BS in Computing Science / CS / Computer Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

VxWorks

LabVIEW

Atlassian tools

Job description

Job Title:

Software Engineer (UAV Embedded)

Position Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded) with our client located in Roseville, CA.

Job Description:

As an Software Engineer II (UAV Embedded), you will architect and implement mission-critical software for our next-generation UAV flight computers. The XQ-58, BQM-177, BQM-167, or MQM-178 unmanned aerial vehicles! You will be the primary link between complex flight algorithms and custom avionics hardware, developing high-performance C and C++ applications that ensure deterministic control and absolute system reliability. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you will collaborate with electrical and GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) engineers to design and implement complex physical-digital interactions with MATLAB/Simulink.

Job Responsibilities:

Designs, develops, and tests C++ flight software and hardware, sensor, and actuator integrations. Analyzes and decomposes system requirements collaboratively with other engineering disciplines. Writes software requirements specifications, software test descriptions, design descriptions, and test reports Designs, implements, tests, and documents software according to KUAS specifications Office and or manufacturing environment. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones). May work extended hours or weekends. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.

Job Qualifications:

Requires BS degree in Computing Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline, or 7 YOE in lieu of BS degree. 10+ years of C or C++ programming experience Demonstrated understanding of Object-Oriented programming principles and RTOS systems. Demonstrated understanding of software development life-cycle and clearly document software requirements. Hands on ability to troubleshoot hardware-in-the-loop simulation modelling and make firmware updates May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)

Nice To Haves:

Skills with tools such as Atlassian, MATLAB/Simulink, VxWorks, LabView Skills implementing interface controls based on MBSE design documentation Previous familiarity with OMS/UCI, A-GRA, STANAG 4586, DO-178C, AS910

Job Details:

• Contract:
• Pay Range: $hourly
• Location: Roseville, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, or Arlington, TX (Hybrid)

Benefits Package:

• insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan)
• education/certification reimbursement
• pre-tax commuter benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• an administered 401k plan

About Protingent:

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.