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The space industry is booming and at AMERGINT Technologies, we are the link. AMERGINT builds transformational hardware and software solutions that support critical programs around the globe and in space. Since 2008, AMERGINT has delivered more than 2,500 applications, services/microservices, and cloud-based solutions that support mission-critical communication networks. From human spaceflight to satellite test solutions, AMERGINT is a trusted partner for commercial, civil, and government customers alike.
To continue to support our growing business, AMERGINT is looking for new team members who embody our core values: Do What's Right, Unleash Intellectual Capital, Deliver Value, and Keep it Lean.
The Role
AMERGINT is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer who is passionate about working closely with team members to solve difficult mission-critical challenges. This position entails the design and implementation of bespoke hardware solutions for unique customer requirements, in a software-defined radio environment.
We empower our people, and we give them the space to thrive. If you're interested in joining our team and making a difference in the space and defense industry, let's talk.
This position will be located in Colorado Springs CO.
Core Responsibilities:

• Architect, design and implement embedded software systems for high performance RF and Communication products.
• Develop both common platforms and custom solutions based on customer and business needs.
• Work with other team leads, senior leadership and business development to define next generation platforms.
• Mentor junior software and firmware engineers in good design practices, object oriented programming, and Agile software development.
• Author and present embedded architectures to internal and external customers in a clear, concise format.
• Work closely with software and hardware team members to deploy functional code on Amergint's hardware platforms.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• 7 years of software development experience with an emphasis in embedded software systems.
• Experience with multiple microcontroller architectures, especially ARM-core devices.

• Deep experience building embedded platforms with C/C on top of FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Linux.
• Deep experience with software build tool chains and development of build scripts.
• Experience with version control, requirements management, and task tracking systems.
• Experience with networking stacks and knowledge of protocols such as UDP/TCP, LLDP, IGMP, DHCP, DNS.
• Understanding of hardware layer interfaces and protocols such as PCIe, UART, SPI, I2C.
• Development of device drivers for a given RTOS or at the bare metal level.
• Good debugging skills and use of tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers and spectrum analyzers.
• All candidates must be able to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Xilinx Zynq SoC and RFSoC.
• Experience with embedded soft cores such as Altera Nios and Xilinx Microblaze.
• Familiar with telemetry, tracking, and control (TT&C) standards, including universal S-band (USB), Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS), and the Space Ground Link System (SGLS).
• Understanding of wireless communication channels and modulation schemes.
• Deployment of embedded security features such as Secure boot, Secure update, and secure network protocols.
• Familiarity with Python and MATLAB are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Colorado Pay Range From: $109,000 to $170,000 annually.Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
• Generous vacation policy
• Recognition and rewards
• Paid company holidays, sick time, and maternity/paternity leave
• Competitive medical and dental insurance
• Employer contributions to 401k, to include a match
• Health savings account (HSA) option
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance, AD&D, and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition/professional development assistance
• Employee discounts from company partners
• Onsite gym
• All employees are eligible for bonuses

The application window will close in 180 days for this position.
Working at AMERGINT
AMERGINT's headquarters is located in northern Colorado Springs, CO. We are driven by challenge. We hire problem-solvers, then trust and empower them to take ownership, lead decision-making, and differentiate. We believe in giving our people space to thrive. We offer challenging work with opportunities for independence and growth, a stocked kitchen, espresso machines, flexible work arrangements, company-sponsored events, community volunteer events, onsite games/break activities, business casual attire, onsite gym, and local trails for hiking and biking. Our offices are also dog friendly, and we encourage our people to bring in their furry friends.
AMERGINT Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)