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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Lynx
Palmdale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Fort Worth TX or Palmdale CA.

Salary Range: $160,000 - $200,000 Bonus Eligible

Company Overview

Active Secret Clearance required to Start

Founded in 2004 with locations in Atlanta, GA and Fort Worth, TX, Thompson Software Solutions LLC. team understands what is required to develop, integrate, test, and deploy software with a safety-critical pedigree while meeting the challenges of modernization and digital transformation. As a defense-focused software company of proven and dedicated employees, we take pride in our ability to react quickly and produce quality solutions to difficult technical challenges. We work with partners to find the right path to meet operational needs while future-proofing systems with portability and sustainment considerations to ensure next-generation success.

Description

Thompson Software Solutions is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer who is ready to work with a talented team to provide innovative solutions for tomorrow’s problems. This position requires a software engineer to use a wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the software field to develop, integrate, and test software products. The successful candidate will be a member of a high-performing multi-site team and must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, time-management, and interpersonal skills. In this role, you will work independently at times on projects, at other times will be in a collaborative team environment with other software engineers, as well as other program development and deployment teams.

Selected applicants will be subjected to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and must maintain eligibility for continued access to classified information throughout their employment as required by the job.

Who We Are

Thompson Software Solutions LLC. is a subsidiary of Lynx. Lynx delivers modular, open standards-based software solutions that redefine the economics of developing, deploying, and maintaining high assurance, mission critical edge platforms. These secure edge computing solutions are designed to drive innovation and operational excellence in today’s most demanding environments. From advancing aerospace and defense capabilities to transforming commercial and industrial systems, Lynx collaborates across a wide range of industries, including automotive, medical, and critical

We’re a fast-growing company driving innovation in autonomy, AI, and visualization technologies. If you're a self-driven leader ready to shape the future of secure, high-assurance systems, we want to hear from you

Basic Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent
  • 8 yrs experience
  • C / C development for safety-critical avionics systems
  • Real-Time Operating Systems (MOSA.ic, VxWorks, Integrity)
  • Embedded application development in Linux (Yocto/RHEL), Windows, & Bare Metal environments
  • FPGA Software Experience
  • Experience with Xilinx FPGAs and Vivado
  • Experience with Xilinx/AMD and MicroSemi/Microchip part families internal FPGA fabric and IP.
  • Flight Software Development Experience
  • Digital simulation (SIL/MIL/HIL) and closed-loop testing
  • Software integration & test in lab and hardware environments
  • Test automation and verification frameworks
  • Python for tooling, automation, and simulation support
  • Hardware/software integration and troubleshooting
  • Ability to work onsite 100%
  • Ability to travel 25%

Preferred / Additional Skills

  • Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
  • Version control and issue tracking (Gitlab, Atlassian suite)
  • Proficient in Python development
  • Familiarity with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (Cameo, AADL)
  • Experience with safety-critical software development and practices (DO-178C)
  • Experience with Navigation, Guidance and Control Implementation
  • Experience with Signal Processing Implementation
  • Experience developing Embedded Flight Software
  • Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Sound Exciting? Get in touch today! We have very robust benefits including:

  • Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options
  • 401K with generous employer match
  • Responsible Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays
  • Remote work opportunities based on role
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities

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.

Salary : $160,000 - $200,000

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