Embedded Systems Software Engineer (x2)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking experienced Embedded Software Developers to support next‑generation space and aerospace systems, including software‑defined radio (SDR) technologies and FPGA‑based embedded solutions. This role supports Phase 2 of a newly awarded program focused on hardware build-up, algorithm development, and customer-driven prototypes that will transition into full flight units.

Ideal candidates are self-starters with deep embedded programming experience, strong hardware‑software integration skills, and the ability to contribute across rapid prototyping, open‑architecture frameworks, and future flight‑ready systems.

This role is hybrid (3 days a week) in Kent, WA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for highly embedded systems, including FPGA‑based architectures.
• Support creation of updated system prototypes leading to eventual flight unit builds.
• Implement and update algorithms within software‑defined radio systems destined for satellite platforms.
• Build and maintain Board Support Packages (BSPs) for FPGA hardware.
• Ensure reliable software execution on target processors and contribute to open‑architecture frameworks.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to integrate hardware, algorithms, and controls.
• Participate in lab demonstrations, field tests, and transition to aircraft or satellite integration phases.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5 years embedded programming experience using C, C , Linux and/or PetaLinux.
• Hands-on experience with hardware–software integration.
• Experience implementing embedded software onto FPGA platforms or interfacing closely with FPGA-based systems.
• Ability to work onsite 3 days/week in a secure environment.
• TS/SCI with eligibility to obtain SAP
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with software-defined radio (SDR) systems and processor-level radio software.
• Familiarity with FPGA toolchains, Verilog/VxWorks, Board Support Package development, and open‑architecture environments.
• Experience in aerospace, flight vehicles, satellite systems, or electro-optical/laser sensor programs.
• Knowledge of Linux, PetaLinux, and modern embedded toolchains.
• Exposure to SCI, SAP, or SAR environments.
• Ability and desire to remain through future phases: 9‑month code development cycle → system demo → flight build.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field and 9 years experience
• OR
• Master’s degree and 7 years experience
• OR
• PhD and 4 years experience
• (ABET accreditation preferred but not required.)
  
  

Compensation: $160,000- $165,000 (based on experience)

Paid Holidays/PTO