Embedded Software EngineerDepartment SoftwareEmployment Type Full TimeLocation Redondo Beach Compensation 120000 - 155000 yearDescriptionAs an Embedded Software Engineer your core responsibility will be to write code that runs on custom avionics hardware for executing flight and ground test functions. You will work with avionics hardware engineers GNC engineers propulsion engineers and others to develop performant and maintainable solutions. You will have the opportunity to contribute to many aspects of spacecraft development including architecting new systems doing quick prototypes doing rigorous flight projects and controlling flight hardware during ground tests.ResponsibilitiesImplement and improve low-level processor functions such as controls of peripherals and setup of communication interfaces.Implement and improve functions such as closed loop control of physical processes and detectionresponse algorithms for failures such as broken sensors or radiation upsets.Provide technical input on new system developments from an embedded software perspective.Write scrappy code to support development testing of avionics and propulsion devices.Write rigorous reviewed and tested code to support manufacturing and flight.Minimum QualificationsBachelors degree in computer science engineering math or scientific discipline OR 2 years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree1 years writing CC code for an embedded system or vehicle of some kind robot car drone or spacecraftPreferred Skills and ExperienceExperience using oscilloscopes logic analyzers hardware debuggers and source-level debuggers to troubleshoot problems at all layers of the stack.Knowledge of and experience with communication protocols including I2C CAN SPI UART etc.Knowledge of microprocessors and microcontrollers with an understanding of components such as caches buses memory controllers and DMA.Experience developing low-level drivers for camera modules e.g. MIPI CSI-2 USB SPI I2C.Understanding of sensor communication protocols and interfacing with custom or commercial image sensors.Experience interfacing with motor drivers power electronics and sensor feedback systems including encoders and current sensors.Additional InformationCompensation bands are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills education experience technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary for full-time hires you may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401k retirement plan. Impulse Spaces spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and Export Administration Regulations EAR. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons i.e. U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent U.S. resident green card holder an individual granted asylum in the U.S. or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State Commerce or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.