Principal Embedded Systems Engineer – Avionics / GNC

Orb is seeking a Principal Embedded Systems Engineer to lead the design of world-class microelectronics, sensors, and edge compute devices for their software-hardware integrated air platforms. The role involves managing requirements, PCB design, firmware development, hardware testing, and interfacing with software primarily in Rust. Orb aims to reindustrialize the Midwest and utilize autonomous aircraft as decentralized infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience programming in Object-Oriented/System languages, including C/C++, Rust, and Python with an emphasis on Rust.
• Experience with electro-mechanical products and embedded microcontroller, including Interrupts, Timers, DMAs, and communication interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet).
• 5+ years of experience with motor control, lithium battery systems, sensor interfacing and sensor fusion, control theory, and wireless communication.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and using test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters) to troubleshoot electrical and firmware issues independently.
• Understanding and applying EMI, EMF, Back EMF, and SWaP concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group/Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K Options
• Support in Getting your Pilots License and Ratings
• Support for Continuing Education
• Annual Customer Demos all over the World