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EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER III

Platform Aerospace

JOB TITLE: Embedded Software Engineer IIIDEPARTMENT: Software EngineeringREPORTS TO: Senior Software EngineerCLASSIFICATION: Exempt

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Platform Aerospace
Hollywood, United States
Full-time
Senior
Embedded, Electrical & Electronics
$124.9K–$162.4K
2 November 2026

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EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER III JOB TITLE: Embedded Software Engineer IIIDEPARTMENT: Software EngineeringREPORTS TO: Senior Software EngineerCLASSIFICATION: Exempt PRIMARY FUNCTION We are seeking a talented and experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Software Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing embedded software for aircraft applications. This role requires a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for innovation in the aerospace industry. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Design, develop, and test embedded software for aerospace systems and components. • Collaborate with hardware engineers to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration. • Develop and maintain software documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user manuals. • Perform software debugging, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure high performance and reliability. • Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices. • Participate in system-level testing and validation to ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards and regulations. • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded software development. • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and project managers, to ensure successful project delivery. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software development processes and tools. • Perform other duties as necessary and/or required. BASIC REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, and 5+ years of experience in embedded software development, preferably in the aerospace industry. • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and assembly language. • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded development tools. • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. • Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulations, such as DO-178C. • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities. • Ability to obtain a security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Advanced degree in a related field. • Experience with version control systems, such as Git. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Occasional travel may be required to support testing and integration activities. • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. Set your cookie preferences Required These cookies are required to enable core site functionality. Functional These cookies are used to enable enhanced functionality and personalization features. Analytics These cookies allow us to analyze site usage so we can measure and improve performance. Advertising These cookies are used by advertising companies to serve ads that are relevant to your interests. Cookie List • checkbox label label

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