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Embedded Software Engineer - III

Continental Electronics Corporation Richardson, TX

Richardson, TX

Today

$115k - $133k/yr Full time Controls Engineering Embedded Software Embedded Systems

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Job Description

The Embedded Software Engineer role partners with software and hardware teams to build code and documentation for system control and monitoring within Continental Electronics Corporation (CEC) products and systems. This position is based onsite in Richardson, TX.

Key Responsibilities

Develop software solutions by collaborating with users and analyzing system flow, data usage, and work processes
Use the software development lifecycle to anticipate potential problem areas
Assess operational feasibility by evaluating problem definition, requirements, and proposed solutions
Document and demonstrate solutions through flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, clear code comments, and well-structured code
Maintain current knowledge of modern development tools, programming practices, and computing equipment through education, professional reading, and participation in professional networks and organizations
Provide advice and coaching and participate in product or system design reviews to support organizational needs
Uphold Continental’s core values: Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
Report quality problems or defects to your manager or a member of senior management so corrective action can be implemented and recurrence can be avoided
Perform other duties or assignments as business needs require

Required Qualifications

Ability to obtain a DoD-issued Secret Clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical discipline
5+ years of experience as a software engineer, including demonstrated success developing a variety of software systems and/or 5+ years developing control and monitoring applications using custom register interfaces and TCP protocols as part of the overall application architecture
Experience developing and troubleshooting complex software systems running in mixed environments, including Linux, Unix and/or Windows across desktop, server, tablet, and mobile platforms, with TCP/IP debugging using ICDs
Experience configuring and using one or more of the following: Linux, C/C++, TCP/IP networking, and web development with JavaScript, Node.js, and GTK+3.x (or similar)
Hands-on work with lower-level communication protocols, high power lab/test equipment, schematics, and board-level parts
Occasional international travel required, up to 12 weeks per year

Technologies

Linux, Unix, Windows, TCP/IP, ICDs, C/C++, Javascript, Node.js, GTK+3.x, DSP, SOAP, Ant, Servo motor tuning, PLC Ladder Diagrams, NTP, Subversion, Git, AJAX, I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe, GPIO, Python, BASH, Lua, CSH, Perl, TCL/TK, Jira, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded, GLADE, React, Ignition

Desired Qualifications

Experience with DSP, AJAX, SOAP, Ant, Servo motor tuning, PLC Ladder Diagrams, and NTP, including Subversion and Git
Writing embedded or Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) globally distributed applications
UI and human-computer interaction design using GLADE, React, Ignition, or similar tooling
Ability to modify, design, develop, and debug device drivers for I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe, and GPIO
Script tooling experience: Python, BASH, Lua, CSH, Perl, TCL/TK
Virtualization and simulation experience involving Git, SVN, Jira, Buildroot, OpenEmbedded
Automated testing and build optimization experience
Nice to have prior RF (radio frequency) experience

Compensation

$115,000.00 - $133,000.00 per year

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location

In person in Richardson, TX

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1d ago

Principal Embedded Software Engineer (Actuators & Control Systems)

Impulse Space Redondo Beach, CA

Redondo Beach, CA

1d ago

$200k - $300k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Actuators CAN

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Job Description

Impulse Space is building embedded control software for launch vehicles and spacecraft, with a focus on Actuation & Control Systems. In this onsite role in Redondo Beach, CA, you will develop safety-critical firmware and closed-loop control that helps command actuated systems under demanding, real-world conditions.

You will join a team working on real-time, fault-tolerant embedded systems that coordinate thrust sequences, propulsion actuation, and motor-driven components across test and flight contexts. This position requires deep experience in embedded C/C++ for electromechanical control systems and strong debugging skills across the full software and hardware stack.

What you’ll do

Develop real-time firmware to control rocket engine valves and thrust vector control actuators (TVCAs), including satellite propulsion systems (cold gas and electric thrusters), and motor-driven systems such as reaction wheels, gimbals, and momentum wheels
Implement closed-loop control for position, velocity, torque, and pressure regulation using feedback from encoders, LVDTs, resolvers, current sensors, and pressure sensors
Interface with motor drivers and redundant actuator systems using protocols including CAN, SPI, UART, Ethernet, RS-422, and BISS-C
Design and implement safety-critical state machines for thrust sequences, valve actuation, pressurization, and safe shutdowns
Support hotfire campaigns, environmental testing, and in-flight diagnostics
Write unit-tested, reviewable production firmware for use in both testbeds and spacecraft

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
12+ years of embedded C/C++ development experience for electromechanical control systems
Experience troubleshooting across all layers using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hardware debuggers, and source-level debuggers
Experience implementing real-time control loops, motor commutation, and actuator calibration routines
Proficiency working with servo motors, stepper motors, or brushless DC motors
Strong understanding of low-level hardware and digital interfaces including I2C, SPI, CAN, and UART

Skills and technologies

Languages: C, C++
Interfaces and protocols: CAN, SPI, UART, Ethernet, RS-422, BISS-C, I2C
Debugging tools: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, hardware debuggers, source-level debuggers

Compensation and benefits

Compensation is listed as USD 200,000 - 300,000 per year. Impulse Space also provides long-term incentives through stock options, plus medical, vision & dental coverage and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Preferred background

Prior work on rocket engine controller software, including valve sequencing and abort logic
Experience with satellite attitude control systems (ACS), including reaction wheels, magnetorquers, and small thrusters
Familiarity with redundant actuator architectures and fault detection/response algorithms
Exposure to space environment constraints such as vacuum, temperature extremes, and radiation upsets

Additional information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay are determined case by case and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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6d ago

Machine Learning Engineer

Mariana Minerals Houston, TX

Houston, TX

6d ago

$120k - $180k/yr Full time Ai Ml Artificial Intelligence Automation

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Job Description

Join Mariana Minerals in Houston to build machine learning systems that help control mineral refining facilities and move toward fully autonomous refining operations.

Run reinforcement learning experiments in physically realistic simulators for mineral processing operations, then translate results into improved controllers
Build and iterate training environments, including reward functions, observations, and action logic, with guidance from senior engineers
Train and evaluate control models, monitor performance, and investigate underperformance causes
Close the sim-to-reality gap by comparing model behavior to real plant data and flagging where physics diverges
Deliver production-ready code with clean implementation and testing, contributing to services that deploy models
Collaborate with domain experts in process and chemistry to model unit operations accurately

Requirements

2-8+ years of experience in machine learning, reinforcement learning, or scientific computing (internships or research included) or a strong recent graduate with demonstrated project depth
Solid ML fundamentals with working knowledge of modern deep learning; reinforcement learning experience is a strong plus
Python proficiency and comfort reading and debugging an existing codebase
Interest in physical and industrial systems, plus eagerness to learn chemistry and process engineering from experts who will challenge assumptions
Self-starter mindset who asks good questions, ships work, and escalates blockers early

Tech and Tools

Python
Reinforcement learning
Deep learning

The Tech

Internal platform uses reinforcement learning toolkits similar to those used for self-driving vehicles and humanoid robots, applied to autonomous, short-interval control of mineral refining circuits
Models adjust operating set points and configurations in real time to optimize simultaneously across lithium recovery, reagent consumption, energy intensity, and equipment uptime
Training conditions are noisy and non-stationary: wastewater compositions shift, ore grades change, and equipment ages; models must continuously adapt
End goal is fully autonomous refining operations
Training occurs inside physically realistic simulators of process units, followed by comparison against real plant data before any live deployment

Role Details

Location: Houston, TX (onsite)
Compensation: USD 120,000 - 180,000 per year
Minimum experience: 2 years

Culture

Extreme Ownership – take full responsibility for outcomes and drive toward solutions
Engineer Out Requirements, then Automate – simplify, optimize, and automate for scale
Share Your Legos – collaborate openly and share knowledge to build bigger solutions

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