Embedded Software Design Engineer
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Florida, NY, United States
Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Turbine Technologies company, is a growing world‑class turbomachinery company located in Jupiter, Florida. The company employs 300+ engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of experience in aerospace, defense, and industrial turbomachinery. FTT specializes in next‑generation aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps, and industrial power equipment, focusing on small, affordable, high‑performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). With additional offices in Derby, UK and Wildau, Germany, FTT extends its engineering excellence to the European marketplace.
General Job Summary
The Embedded Software Engineer will develop, integrate, analyze, verify, and test embedded software supporting turbomachinery systems. The role involves architecting firmware and application‑level capabilities on real‑time operating systems, enabling reliable data processing and subsystem coordination. The engineer will also contribute to communication protocol design, hardware/software integration, and embedded simulation or data modeling tools.
Essential Job Functions
Applies knowledge of embedded systems, real‑time operating environments, and data‑driven software design to develop software requirements and interface specifications.
Designs, implements, and tests embedded applications running on real‑time operating systems.
Develops, integrates, and tests communication protocols across hardware modules, sensors, or other mission‑critical peripherals.
Performs system‑level integration of embedded software with microcontrollers, communication devices, and mission subsystems.
Supports modeling and simulation of embedded data flows, command sequences, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop behaviors to validate mission operations and system performance.
Creates and maintains supporting documentation including test plans, verification procedures, interface control documents, and design artifacts.
Coordinates with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure compatibility of embedded software with hardware architectures, communication systems, and operational constraints.
Participates in integration, checkout, troubleshooting, and qualification of prototypes and production systems in lab and field environments.
Prepares software design review documentation and presents findings to stakeholders or customers at program review gates.
Other job duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Experience And Skills
Strong experience in embedded software development using C/C++ for real‑time and resource‑constrained systems.
Experience developing and integrating communication protocols (Ethernet, serial links, secure data transport).
Hands‑on ability to interface with hardware platforms, microcontrollers, sensors, and peripheral devices.
Proficiency with scripting tools such as Python for automation, data manipulation, and interface simulation.
Familiarity with DevOps tools including Jenkins, Git version control, and CI/CD workflows.
Experience generating requirements, test documentation, interface definitions, and architecture artifacts.
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to support hardware‑in‑the‑loop and end‑to‑end system testing.
Experience working in Simulink and/or using Simulink environment tools such as Embedded Coder.
Education and Experience
BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited institution.
5+ years’ experience in embedded software design, real‑time systems, or mission‑critical system development in aerospace, defense, or related industries.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements
Office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse use, phone handling, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment).
Work in low‑voltage and high‑voltage lab environments, working with Electrical Engineers and laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, DC power supplies, LCR meters, etc.) to test embedded systems.
Travel Requirements
Yes, if applicable.
Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time‑Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
EEO Statement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. EOE for minorities, females, veterans, disabled, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Note: This role is restricted to U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals) due to access to export‑controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.
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General Job Summary
The Embedded Software Engineer will develop, integrate, analyze, verify, and test embedded software supporting turbomachinery systems. The role involves architecting firmware and application‑level capabilities on real‑time operating systems, enabling reliable data processing and subsystem coordination. The engineer will also contribute to communication protocol design, hardware/software integration, and embedded simulation or data modeling tools.
Essential Job Functions
Applies knowledge of embedded systems, real‑time operating environments, and data‑driven software design to develop software requirements and interface specifications.
Designs, implements, and tests embedded applications running on real‑time operating systems.
Develops, integrates, and tests communication protocols across hardware modules, sensors, or other mission‑critical peripherals.
Performs system‑level integration of embedded software with microcontrollers, communication devices, and mission subsystems.
Supports modeling and simulation of embedded data flows, command sequences, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop behaviors to validate mission operations and system performance.
Creates and maintains supporting documentation including test plans, verification procedures, interface control documents, and design artifacts.
Coordinates with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure compatibility of embedded software with hardware architectures, communication systems, and operational constraints.
Participates in integration, checkout, troubleshooting, and qualification of prototypes and production systems in lab and field environments.
Prepares software design review documentation and presents findings to stakeholders or customers at program review gates.
Other job duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Experience And Skills
Strong experience in embedded software development using C/C++ for real‑time and resource‑constrained systems.
Experience developing and integrating communication protocols (Ethernet, serial links, secure data transport).
Hands‑on ability to interface with hardware platforms, microcontrollers, sensors, and peripheral devices.
Proficiency with scripting tools such as Python for automation, data manipulation, and interface simulation.
Familiarity with DevOps tools including Jenkins, Git version control, and CI/CD workflows.
Experience generating requirements, test documentation, interface definitions, and architecture artifacts.
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to support hardware‑in‑the‑loop and end‑to‑end system testing.
Experience working in Simulink and/or using Simulink environment tools such as Embedded Coder.
Education and Experience
BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited institution.
5+ years’ experience in embedded software design, real‑time systems, or mission‑critical system development in aerospace, defense, or related industries.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements
Office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse use, phone handling, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment).
Work in low‑voltage and high‑voltage lab environments, working with Electrical Engineers and laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, DC power supplies, LCR meters, etc.) to test embedded systems.
Travel Requirements
Yes, if applicable.
Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time‑Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
EEO Statement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. EOE for minorities, females, veterans, disabled, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Note: This role is restricted to U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals) due to access to export‑controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.
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