Recruiting From Scratch is hiring: Embedded Hardware Engineer in Washington
Recruiting From Scratch, Washington, DC, United States, 20022
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer - Defense & Aerospace
Washington DC Metro Area (Hybrid/Remote Possible) | TS/SCI Clearance Required
Overview
Join a leading defense technology company revolutionizing edge computing and secure connectivity solutions for government and defense applications. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware initiatives and drive architecture across multiple customer deployments.
Position Impact
You'll be part of a new team developing custom hardware and embedded solutions for critical national security applications. Your work will directly impact end users across the US Government and allied forces, solving real-world challenges that can't be addressed with existing commercial solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and develop high-performance software solutions meeting stringent security requirements
- Process high-bandwidth sensor and network data streams for real-time analytics
- Develop bare-metal/RTOS embedded software for ARM/RISC-V targets
- Program and control System on Chips (SoCs) and FPGAs
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on board bringup and testing
- Debug hardware-software interfaces and system integration
- Design solutions optimized for Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C) constraints
Required Qualifications
- Active US Security Clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
- 2+ years of software development experience
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ or Rust
- Experience with hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, PCI, AXI)
- Understanding of IP networking fundamentals
- Self-starter mentality with ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- Linux kernel and driver development
- FPGA programming and integration
- Defense/aerospace industry experience
- Embedded systems architecture design
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $100,000 - $250,000
- Competitive Equity Package
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Professional Development Opportunities
Location & Work Environment
- Primary location: Washington DC Metro Area
- Hybrid work options available for the right candidate
- Some in-person presence preferred
We are actively hiring 2-4 engineers for this role with a target to fill positions within 2-3 months.