Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer

US-NC-Shelby

Full time

JR11236

Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer

As our Embedded Firmware Engineer you will be responsible for the planning, design, verification, and overall coordination for safety-certified aerospace

actuation applications. Performs activities in accordance with DO-178C / ED-12C and other customer- specific requirements. Collaborates closely with other team members to optimize performance and robustness while accomplishing certification objectives for hardware (DO-254 / ED-80), equipment/system (ARP4754), and safety (ARP4761). Leads a remote or local development team. Familiar with the use of microprocessors to implement embedded software solutions (i.e. bare-metal software or firmware) relevant to motion/motor control and power conversion applications in aerospace environments. Interfaces frequently and well with the internal process assurance team and external certification-related personnel. Works with project leadership to develop project plans/scheduled. Advises leadership and younger peers on resource needs. Oversees the development and implementation of, software plans, standards, and infrastructure necessary to accomplish assigned tasks. Comfortable engaging in vendor/supplier and current/future customer discussions related to their tasks and travelling as required.

Location: Gastonia, NC

Salary: $86,100 to $124,300

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan ( I Inclusive & Supportive Culture ( *

Your Challenge

• Meets objectives needed for safety-certified software for aerospace applications per DO-178C and/or other customer-specific objectives.

• Applies knowledge of software certification to system-level (ARP4754 / ED-79) and safety aspects (ARP4761 / ED-135).

• Develops plans and standards then works with process assurance to ensure compliance

• Advise on resources and infrastructure needs to accomplish assigned tasks

• Creates and manages software requirements in collaboration with other disciplines

• Generates design documentation, block diagrams, state diagrams, timing analysis, etc.

• Develop software test environments and software test plans

• Uses knowledge of low-level processor peripherals to meet design requirements

• Generate high quality specifications, reports, publications, and support proposals.

• Implements software on target devices and performs or oversees software verification in a lab environment

• Utilizes understanding of software design process including requirements generation, preliminary design, peer reviews, detailed design, test plan generation, integration and test.

• Experience with pre-contract customer discussions, briefing technical capabilities, conducting in-person trade study discussions, including schedule and cost impacts and shaping technical requirements.

• Review vendor experience and capability to support software development

• Provide technical leadership through architecture guidance, design reviews, code reviews, merge reviews, debugging support, quality oversight, development planning, and mentoring of embedded software engineers.

• Design the software architecture of ground-up projects to align with modularity, reuse, and functionality.

• Act as architectural SME through implementation, validation, and bring-up phases

• Support hardware/software integration and lab debugging as needed by interpreting schematics, datasheets, board-level designs, and hardware specifications at a functional level, while partnering with hardware specialists on low-level driver or board-specific details.

What You Bring

• Must be a US Citizen

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Engineer, or Software Engineering

• 10+ years experience

• Experience with DO-178C / ED-12C software certification.

• Experience in the development of actuator and motor controllers.

• Strong oral and written communication skills with knowledge of MS Officeand Visio.

• Refined soft skills for coaching/mentoring and working with other teammembers.

• Excellent analysis and decision-making skills.

• Strong customer interface capabilities and negotiation skills required.

• Ability to interact and collaborate with internal and external programmanagement.

• Creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence with the ability towork in a diverse, fast paced environment. Ability to work in a teamenvironment.

• Advanced proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming on bare metal applications in a regulated industry required.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading embedded software architecture, major feature design, platform design, or end-to-end embedded systems initiatives required.

• Hands-on troubleshooting skills with debuggers, communication bus sniffers, and standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, eLoads).

• Demonstrated expertise in hardware/software integration and low-level debugging required.

Who We Are

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Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures, and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation.

To learn more, please visit us at About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com) (

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.