Embedded Design Engineer - Linux

About the Company

Mission Microwave Technologies was founded in 2014 to revolutionize the next generation of Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs) and Block Upconverters (BUCs). We utilize advanced GaN transistors, unique power-combining technology, and innovative full-system designs to create the industry’s most efficient, lightweight, and compact high-power SSPAs.

Our leadership team brings more than 100 years of combined experience delivering high-performance, high-reliability SSPAs to commercial, military, and space customers. In just 10 years, our rapid growth and industry-leading innovation have attracted private-equity ownership and national recognition.

We’re proud to be ranked #23 on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production and certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2022.

Mission Microwave’s headquarters are located at 6060 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90603.

About the Role

As a Linux Embedded Designer, you will design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems for SSPAs and BUCs that operate in ground-based, airborne, and space-based applications. You will be responsible for driving technical innovation in embedded software, implementing advanced control algorithms, and ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge software solutions that meet mission-critical requirements.

You’ll collaborate closely with customers, program managers, RF engineers, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional teams to translate system requirements into scalable, high-performance embedded software. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex technical challenges while mentoring and inspiring engineering teams.

What You’ll Do

• Drive technical innovation in real-time embedded software, control algorithms, and system monitoring solutions for high-power RF applications.
• Develop software architectures and technical specifications for ground-based, airborne, and space-qualified embedded systems.
• Apply expert-level knowledge of embedded software design principles, real-time operating systems, and device driver development.
• Design and optimize software for thermal management, power control, and fault detection in high-power RF amplifiers and systems.
• Implement embedded software for power electronics control, including switching power supplies and DC-DC converters.
• Ensure software designs meet EMI/EMC compliance, performance, reliability, and environmental requirements, including DO-178 and MIL-STD compliance.
• Conduct software architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical trade studies to ensure optimal embedded solutions.
• Support prototype development, testing, and qualification activities for space and airborne systems.
• Own embedded software development through the full lifecycle from concept to production.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to define embedded software requirements and system specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for proposal development and customer presentations.
• Ensure all embedded software designs comply with applicable industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Support quality assurance activities, including software verification and validation testing.
• Maintain software documentation standards and engineering change control processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence within the engineering organization.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in embedded software development and architecture.
• Expert knowledge of Yocto Project and real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, etc.).
• Extensive experience with embedded development tools, debuggers, and device driver development.
• Proficiency in C/C programming and assembly language for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, CAN, Modbus).
• Experience with software for power electronics, control systems, and high-power RF applications.
• Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or satellite communication software development.
• Understanding of DO-178, MIL-STD-882, and space qualification processes for software.
• Knowledge of digital predistortion (DPD), digital signal processing, and adaptive control techniques preferred.
• Experience with AI, GPUs, FPGAs, and NPUs preferred.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to guide and inspire engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations including calculus, statistics, and probability theory.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain clearance preferred.