Senior Staff Firmware Engineer I

Overview

SARA is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise with more than 35 years of proven innovation. We create new and emerging technology solutions in support of Commercial & Government organizations, with expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics, and Threat Warning Systems. As an Employee-Owned company, every team member has a personal stake in the success of our mission, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. At SARA, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers, physicists, and technicians while making a direct impact on programs that matter.

The SARA High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative Senior Firmware Engineer to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers. Our small group will allow the candidate to experience, contribute, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary nature from conception all the way through to operation.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop bare-metal firmware in C for embedded systems
• Architect and implement firmware solutions for new products and product enhancements
• Lead rapid iteration developments using STM32 microcontrollers and custom-designed hardware
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, and subject matter experts to deliver effective system integration solutions
• Develop and maintain firmware-driven system simulations
• Design and implement Windows-based system interfaces for lab testing and configuration in C#
• Evaluate and configure microcontrollers for new designs, factoring in I / Os, peripheral support, memory layout, system clocks, interrupt handling, and other architectural considerations
• Support electronic design activities necessary for hardware-software integration
• Lead board bring-up, debugging, optimization, and full system integration through deployment
• Conduct code reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and foster team collaboration
• Produce and maintain technical documentation throughout development cycle

Requirements

C, C#

Preferred Qualifications

STM32 microcontrollers

= 1MHz) control loops

Benefits

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA's total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

Application Deadline

October 31, 2025

SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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