Software Jobs in Lynn, MA

Our client is an aerospace technology start-up specializing in the development of next-generation flight systems for mission-critical applications. Their technology supports national defense programs, advanced space systems, and autonomous airborne platforms. They are seeking a highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join their flight software team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing real-time embedded software for advanced aerospace systems. You will collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware engineers, and fellow software developers to deliver high-reliability flight control software that meets rigorous DoD and aerospace standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded software for flight systems using C / C++

Implement real-time control algorithms and communication protocols (e.g., CAN, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, UART, SPI, I2C)

Support software-hardware integration on avionics and embedded computing platforms

Perform low-level driver development and board bring-up for custom aerospace hardware

Write and maintain software documentation in accordance with aerospace and DoD standards (e.g., DO-178C, MIL-STD-498)

Participate in software reviews, safety analysis, and risk mitigation planning

Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, systems, and test engineering teams

Support flight test activities, troubleshooting, and post-flight data analysis as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

3+ years of experience developing embedded software in C / C++ for real-time systems

Experience with RTOS-based development (e.g., VxWorks, FreeRTOS, RTEMS, or similar)

Familiarity with software development tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and version control systems (e.g., Git)

Understanding of embedded processor architectures (e.g., ARM, PowerPC, x86, or similar)

U.S. Citizenship required due to defense contract requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Active DoD Security Clearance (Secret or higher)

Experience with flight software development in accordance with DO-178C standards

Knowledge of aerospace communication protocols (CAN, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553)

Experience with MATLAB / Simulink for control systems modeling

Familiarity with safety-critical system design and testing

Why Join?

Work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense technology

Competitive compensation and benefits

Career growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization

Collaborative and technically strong team environment