Job Posting for Sr. Electrical/Embedded Software Engineer Leader at Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc
General Summary
The candidate will lead and participate in the electrical and software design of products. Technical responsibilities vary by project; however, the candidate must have a command of electrical systems and embedded software support fundamentals and understand how they contribute to cost-effective reliable systems. This position requires relocation to KSRE in Birmingham, AL
Key Responsibilities
Others may be added
Provides technical leadership in various research and development activities.
Develops and drives practical solutions to electrical/software system requirements through the full software development life cycle in embedded and real-time systems.
Provides leadership in the electrical/software development team including mentoring junior engineers.
Ability to extend and/or demonstrate software solutions through rapid prototyping.
Conduct technology evaluation and assessment of software and hardware tools, component technologies, and systems.
Ability and aptitude to serve as engineering lead for one or more projects.
Demonstrates effective oral communication including development of presentations using MS PowerPoint.
Drives breakthrough ideas and world-class research on advanced technology projects.
Can describe experience in planning and execution of project work plans to meet technical objectives.
Enjoys working within a talented multi-disciplinary engineering group to arrive at solutions to challenging electro-mechanical, electro-optical, multi-spectral digital signal processing problems.
Position Specific
Real-time embedded S/W development in C, C .
Recent development with Linux, Redhat, Real-time O/S desirable.
Familiarity with S/W development tools, debuggers, gdb, GIT
Board bring up and integration with firmware/software.
Evaluate electrical components at prototype and production phases.
Work with mechanical, electrical, and other software teams to understand constraints.
Provide technical support to validation efforts, and technical training to product development group members
Manage project related bills of material, and resolve technical issues and project task delegation.
Ensure individual responsibilities within projects are completed satisfactorily.
Supervise and train project team members as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
Keyword: Electrical Engineering Embedded Software Development Required Experience:
Required Experience:
Minimum Qualifications
US Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance at a level equivalent to Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET
BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline with 8 years relevant technical experience or MS Degree with 6 years relevant technical experience
Experience in a technical leadership in a research project.
Demonstrable experience in software design and implementation.
Experience with embedded system development.
Must be familiar with Electrical Hardware Design.
Proficiency in C and C
Preferred Qualifications
MS or PhD in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Advanced knowledge of digital signal/image processing
Experience with:
Linux Embedded System Development and embedded programming
Artificial Intelligence, Machine and Deep Learning
Platform Specific Optimization
3 years experience in technical leadership in a research project.
Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Planning and Organization
Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
Technical Expertise
Applies functional knowledge, skills, experience and judgment to accomplish a result, serve customers better and contribute to the organizationis intellectual capital.
Work Environment & Conditions
This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:
Safety glasses
Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
Shoe covers
Physical Demands
In performing the work for this position, the engineer must be able to:
Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
Travel
Moderate travel, domestic and international, required.
From: Kratos Defense Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
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