Embedded Software Engineer III at Innoflight LLC — San Diego, USA | Base Career

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GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY: 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.

We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them.

Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE: The Embedded Software Engineer III plays a key role in developing software solutions for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems.

This position involves creating real-time system monitoring and power management software, preparing Linux board support packages for customer flight applications, and working with a variety of embedded systems, sensors, communication buses, radios, and communications security (COMSEC) equipment.

Close collaboration with hardware and FPGA engineers is essential to deliver rugged, reliable, and integrated Low-Size, Weight, and Power (Low-SWaP) products to aerospace customers.

What You'Ll Do

Develop Embedded Software Systems: Design and implement embedded C/C++ software for multi-core processors and FPGA-integrated systems (Xilinx, Microchip, Vorago), targeting ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures.
Build and Customize Linux Platforms: Configure Linux systems including kernel and bootloader (U-Boot, GRUB) modifications to support flight applications and mission requirements.
Implement Secure Communications: Develop networking and cryptographic functionality (e.g., IP, TLS, IPsec, AES, RSA, ECDSA) and interface with buses and protocols like SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, SpaceWire, and Ethernet.
Drive End-to-End Development: Translate customer and system-level requirements into robust software solutions, participating in design, documentation, integration, validation, and testing.
Collaborate and Present: Work closely with cross-functional teams, support system integration, debug software/hardware issues, and present technical updates to both internal and external stakeholders.

Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US: At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs.

We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW: Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES: Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources.

Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants. #LI-Onsite

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