Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

Job Title:

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location:

Fort Worth, TX or Palmdale, CA

Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 + Bonus Eligible

Active Secret Clearance required to Start

Founded in 2004 with locations in Atlanta, GA and Fort Worth, TX, Thompson Software Solutions LLC. is a defense-focused software company with a track record of developing, integrating, testing, and deploying software with a safety-critical pedigree. We partner to meet operational needs while future-proofing systems with portability and sustainment considerations to ensure next-generation success.

Thompson Software Solutions is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer who will work with a talented team to provide innovative solutions. This role requires applying technical principles, theories, and concepts to develop, integrate, and test software products. The successful candidate will be part of a high-performing multi-site team and must be self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

You will work independently on some projects and in a collaborative team environment with other software engineers and program development and deployment teams.

Selected applicants will be subjected to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and maintain eligibility throughout employment.

Thompson Software Solutions LLC is a subsidiary of Lynx. Lynx delivers modular, open-standards-based software solutions that support high-assurance, mission-critical edge platforms. These secure edge computing solutions drive innovation and operational excellence in demanding environments across industries including aerospace, defense, automotive, medical, and more. We are a fast-growing company driving innovation in autonomy, AI, and visualization technologies. If you are a self-driven leader ready to shape the future of secure, high-assurance systems, we want to hear from you.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 10+ years experience
• C / C++ development for safety-critical avionics systems
• Real-Time operating systems (VxWorks, Integrity, MOSA.ic)
• Embedded application development in Linux (Yocto/RHEL), Windows, and bare metal
• FPGA software experience; experience with Xilinx FPGAs and Vivado
• Experience with Xilinx/AMD and Micro Semi/Microchip FPGA fabric and IP
• Flight software development experience
• Digital simulation (SIL/MIL/HIL) and closed-loop testing
• Software integration & test in lab and hardware environments
• Test automation and verification frameworks
• Python for tooling, automation, and simulation support
• Hardware/software integration and troubleshooting
• Ability to work onsite 100%
• Ability to travel 25%

• Proficient with Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket)
• Version control and issue tracking (Git Lab, Atlassian suite)
• Proficient in Python development
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (Cameo, AADL)
• Experience with safety-critical software development practices (DO-178C)
• Experience with Navigation, Guidance and Control implementation
• Experience with signal processing implementation
• Experience developing Embedded Flight Software
• Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

• Low-cost medical / dental / vision coverage options
• 401K with generous employer match
• Paid time off + 11 paid holidays
• Remote work opportunities based on role
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

EOE/Discrimination notice:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.