Embedded Software Engineer

Safran DSI Business Unit: Attollo Engineering

About Our Mission

Join the forefront of innovation and make an impact at Safran Defense & Space, Inc.!

Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), headquartered in Arlington, Va., is a leading U.S. aerospace company dedicated to supporting national defense and space missions. As a trusted partner to the U.S. armed forces, government agencies, and commercial sectors, Safran DSI delivers advanced technology solutions through its specialized business units: Assured PNT, Attollo Engineering, Geospatial AI, Optronics, Space Solutions, and Testing & Telemetry.

Attollo Engineering is a designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge infrared cameras and laser sensor systems for defense and industrial applications. Leveraging extensive expertise in the electro-optical market, systems design, and packaging, Attollo delivers superior solutions for system integrators, original equipment manufacturers, and custom applications. Their commitment to quality engineering empowers Safran DSI to provide innovative and reliable technology to its partners.

If you’re ready to join our mission and serve those who serve, Safran DSI is the perfect place for you to take your career to the next level. Make a real difference and be part of something extraordinary. Apply now and help us build the future of defense and space.

Position Profile

The Embedded Software Engineer will develop robust, production-quality software for integrated imaging and sensing systems.

This role spans low-level microcontroller firmware, embedded Linux/Android application development, and system-level integration. The ideal candidate thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and enjoys working close to hardware to bring complex electro-optical systems to life.

Responsibilities

• Derive and develop detailed software requirements from system-level specifications
• Design, implement, test, and validate embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems
• Develop and maintain low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers
• Interface with imaging sensors, camera modules, displays, and other peripherals
• Implement and optimize communication interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
• Develop user-space applications in Linux and Android environments
• Design and validate power management and boot sequencing software
• Support system integration, debugging, and performance optimization
• Contribute to architecture decisions, design trade studies, and technical reviews
• Prepare and maintain documentation including specifications, test plans, and validation procedures
• Collaborate closely with electrical, optical, mechanical, and systems engineers
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of professional embedded software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C and C for embedded systems
• Experience developing in Linux environments (kernel or user-space)
• Experience developing Android-based embedded applications
• Hands-on experience interfacing peripherals with microcontrollers
• Working knowledge of communication protocols: I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet
• Experience with Git-based version control systems
• Familiarity with modern IDEs and debugging tools
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.
  
  

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Experience in imaging systems, sensors, or optoelectronic devices
• Experience with bootloaders, BSP development, or device driver development
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience with power management optimization in embedded systems
• Familiarity with secure boot or secure embedded architectures
• Experience working in regulated or defense environments
• Experience developing automated test scripts using Python
• Understanding of software lifecycle processes and configuration management
• Experience working in an ITAR environment
  
  

TRAVEL: Little travel is expected for this position, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required

SALARY RANGE: $80,000-$130,000 annual salary, plus participation in individual performance bonus plan.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vets – US Protected Individual status required (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee or temporary resident (as defined at 8 USC 1160(a).