Embedded Electronics Engineer

Attalon is a leading technology partner to the global aerospace and defense industry, specializing in the physics of light and heat. With over 500 employees in the U.S., Attalon engineers critical optical, laser, and coating technologies that enable systems to see farther, target faster, and survive the harshest environments. From high-energy directed laser systems to satellite optics and hypersonic thermal protection, Attalon equips the warfighter with the advantage of precision.

Our Bloomfield, CT facility specializes in the delivery of innovative fiber lasers and amplifiers. This site combines advanced engineering and high‑quality manufacturing to support cutting‑edge technology for the defense market.

Job Summary:

Attalon is seeking an embedded electronics engineer to contribute to the development of advanced laser systems for defense applications. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career electrical/software engineer who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast paced and dynamic environment. You will help shape the development of next generation high power fiber lasers and amplifiers that incorporate emerging optical technologies and their supporting electronic systems, and you’ll provide hands-on support for deployed laser systems.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Contribute to both hardware and software development of electronic systems containing embedded microcontrollers and FPGAs, including schematic capture and PCB layout, and firmware development and debugging
• Support prototyping and bring up of printed circuit boards, cable harnesses, and embedded hardware assemblies
• Participate in testing and validation of new and existing electronics and software
• Create documentation including test plans/test reports, design notes, manufacturing instructions, interface control documents, and operating instructions
• Collaborate cross functionally to resolve issues during development, integration, transition to manufacturing, and field operation
• Travel (<5%) for hands-on field support, conferences, etc. as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with 0-2 years experience
• Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, and layout
• Hands on experience with prototyping, debugging, and testing embedded electronics
• Experience with embedded programming in C

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with 2-5 years experience
• Familiarity with real time operating systems is a plus
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL preferred; experience with Xilinx and Intel platforms is a plus
• Experience with C# (.NET) and LabView is a plus
• Experience with Altium Designer preferred
• Experience with Microchip products preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Attalon, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Export Control Compliance

This role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.