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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

DRS Technologies
  • Frederick, MD
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Job ID: 114510

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

A Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop a leading-edge embedded software development by designing, developing, analyzing, documenting, and supporting testing of complex applications, systems, or subsystems of such devices as radio tuners.

Job Responsibilities

Design, develop, analyze, test and debug of computer software applications and/or systems mostly in a Real-time embedded environment.

Work in a Linux Development environment.

Customization and configuration of the Linux operating system for the target system.

Develop both in the kernel space (BSP, Drivers, etc) as well as user space application to interface with devices and FPGA registers and provide a socket-based user interface.

Provide regular reporting of progress and status including schedule input for design assignments as well as cost.

Document component and subsystem specifications including design documents, interface documents, test plans, etc.

Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other groups internally such as manufacturing, and program management as required.

Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals. This means having to create a SOW, requirements, BOE, etc.

Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.

Maybe responsible for driving technology and leading a group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget.

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience

Fluency in technologies and application domain

Ability to lead a technical group independently

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years of experience or a combination of education and experience.

Strong background in software development using C/C++ and Python on Linux operating systems (with some experience on Windows as well).

Solid understanding of multi-threading and multi-processing concepts.

Hands-on experience in embedded device development, including ARM-based systems interfacing with FPGAs.

Proficient in developing embedded drivers under Linux for interfaces such as TCP/IP, UART, I²C, PCIe, and others.

Well-versed in modern software development practices, including version control systems (Git, SVN), defect tracking tools (preferably Jira), peer code reviews, and Agile methodologies.

Fluent in relevant technologies and application domains.

Demonstrated ability to independently lead technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Experienced with RF signal processing such as DDC, ADC, DAC, and equalization.

Experienced in software-defined radio development, including the VITA 49 protocol.

Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams across SW, FW, HW, and RF disciplines.

Experience with build and development tools such as Linux virtual machines (VMs), Docker, and related technologies.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 4/10 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

  • Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.#AIS

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

  • Integrity
  • Agility
  • Excellence
  • Customer Focus
  • Community & Respect
  • Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC

Numbers & Facts

LocationFrederick, MD
IndustryAerospace and Defense
Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
Websitehttp://www.drs.com/

About Company

DRS Technologies, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, U.S.A., is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, the Company develops, manufactures and supports a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.

The Company has been recognized as one of the fastest growing defense technology companies in the world and holds leading market positions in thermal imaging devices, combat display workstations, electronic sensor systems, power systems, rugged computer systems, air combat training systems, mission recorders, deployable flight incident recorders, environmental control systems, telecommunication systems, aircraft loaders, military trailers and shelters, and integrated logistics and support services.

DRS's broad range of mission critical systems and sustainment solutions uniquely position the Company to support the ongoing superiority of the military's Current Force, as well as the modernization and emerging transformation initiatives of the Future Force.

DRS responds to the needs of U.S. and allied military forces, as they engage in day-to-day expeditionary activities, by providing high-tech products and systems that improve the capabilities of many key platforms. The Company also provides a range of military support systems and services. DRS's products are deployed on a wide range of high-profile military platforms and on several platforms for non-military applications.

Our sustainment products, such as environmental control systems, power generators, water and fuel distribution systems, chemical/biological decontamination systems and heavy equipment transport systems, are used to support military forces, humanitarian efforts and peacekeeping. We also provide security and asset protection systems and services, telecommunication and information technology services, training and logistics support services for all branches of the U.S. armed forces and certain international militaries, homeland security forces, and select government and intelligence agencies.

DRS strives to provide quality products and services and stand behind them, to invest in research and development and new market opportunities, and to leverage existing core defense programs and business areas.

Skills

  • ARM (Advanced RISC Machine)unmatched
  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
  • Analog/Digital Converterunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Atlassian JIRAunmatched
  • BSPunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Bug Tracking/Defect Managementunmatched
  • Business Intelligenceunmatched
  • Business Practicesunmatched
  • C Programming Languageunmatched
  • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
  • Channel Strategiesunmatched
  • Code Reviewsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Engineeringunmatched
  • Computer Scienceunmatched
  • Computer Softwareunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Debugging Toolsunmatched
  • Defense Intelligenceunmatched
  • Digital/Analog Converterunmatched
  • Dockerunmatched
  • Electronic Warfareunmatched
  • Embedded Linuxunmatched
  • Embedded Softwareunmatched
  • Embedded Systemsunmatched
  • Equalizationunmatched
  • FPGAunmatched
  • Gitunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Kernel Programmingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Linux Administrationunmatched
  • Linux Driversunmatched
  • Linux Operating Systemunmatched
  • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
  • Multithreaded Programmingunmatched
  • PCI Express (PCI-E)unmatched
  • Programming Toolsunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
  • Radio Frequencyunmatched
  • Realtime Operating Systemunmatched
  • Signal Processingunmatched
  • Socketsunmatched
  • Software Administrationunmatched
  • Software Designunmatched
  • Software Developmentunmatched
  • Software Engineeringunmatched
  • Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)unmatched
  • Subversionunmatched
  • Support Documentationunmatched
  • TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)unmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Telemedicineunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • United States Militaryunmatched
  • Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART)unmatched
  • User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)unmatched
  • VMS Operating Systemunmatched
  • Virtual Machine (VM)unmatched

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