Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cyber

Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits.

Requirements

• Design and Develop Embedded Software: Design and implement embedded software for multi-core processors integrated with FPGAs (e.g., Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago).
• Develop for Processor Architectures: Create software for ARM Cortex and RISC-V processor architectures using C/C++.
• Configure Linux and RTOS Systems: Customize Linux kernel, system settings, bootloaders (U-Boot, GRUB), and implement real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Implement Secure Networking Protocols: Develop RFC-compliant networking and security protocols such as IP, TLS, and IPsec.
• Integrate Hardware Interfaces: Work with interconnect standards including SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, PCI, PCIe, Ethernet, and SpaceWire.
• Apply Cryptographic Systems: Utilize AES, RSA, ECDSA, and ECDH to develop secure software solutions.
• Lead Software Development and Testing: Oversee the development and testing of reusable, high-quality embedded software modules.
• Ensure Secure System Best Practices: Establish best practices in Architecture, Design, and Code to maintain system security.
• Translate Complex Requirements: Convert system and customer requirements into robust software designs.
• Interpret Government Security Standards: Apply government security standards relevant to Innoflight product design and development.
• Support Software-Hardware Integration: Assist with integration and debugging on hardware platforms.
• Manage Software Configuration: Track features, defects, and releases via formal configuration and release processes.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of development practices and team workflows.
• Mentor Junior Engineers: Provide mentorship through design reviews, code walkthroughs, and technical guidance.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance