Overview

Curtiss-Wright is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer for Embedded Computing Software to join the Defense Solutions Group. This is a remote position based in Massachusetts. The role involves overseeing and performing the design, development, enhancement, and testing of complex software for embedded processing products used in US DoD and other secure applications. The Lead Software Engineer also serves as a technical expert who drives architecture decisions, resolves advanced software issues, and ensures high-quality solutions aligned with product, customer, and business needs.

Salary Range: $108,900 - $145,200 per year plus bonus

Responsibilities

• •Participate in discussions and analyze marketing and product line managers' product plans and requirements; generate software specifications and requirements for new products and enhancements
• •Assist in Bids and Proposals efforts, including generating engineering labor and material estimates based on requirements and defined scope of effort
• •Collaborate with systems engineering and hardware development teams to create sustainable solutions and develop resolutions for software and/or hardware problems
• •Plan, design, develop, and test new embedded computing software or complex enhancements to existing software for embedded systems based on specifications and in compliance with industrial, military, and aerospace standards
• •Implement and integrate or debug embedded software including bootloaders (BIOS, SlimBootLoader, U-Boot), device drivers (Linux and VxWorks), customized applications, embedded test software, and product simulation and production test software
• •Diagnose and resolve advanced software defects by collaborating with cross-functional technical staff and applying expert-level analytical and troubleshooting skills
• •Evaluate and respond to customer-reported issues, recommending and implementing software modifications or enhancements to improve functionality and user experience
• •Assist in the development of software design and test documentation, and user manuals

Requirements

• •US citizenship and active US DoD Clearance required
• •Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred
• •8-12+ years of progressive software development experience, including ownership of complex applications or subsystems
• •5+ years experience developing software systems and 4+ years software project lead experience
• •Competencies in computer architecture, development of real-time embedded software, and engineering process discipline
• •Hands-on experience with C/C++, Linux (Red Hat, LynxOS, WindRiver), VxWorks (7.x), Linux and VxWorks device drivers, scripting (bash/csh), Python, LabVIEW, and IPMI
• •Hands-on experience with development tools including IDEs (Visual Studio, Eclipse-based), AMD/Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, Petalinux, GCC, CMake, Yocto, and MS Office
• •Hands-on experience with Intel x86 Processors, ARM, and AMD Zynq MPSoCs
• •Knowledge and experience with protocols and standards including Ethernet, Infiniband, RDMA, PCIe Gen3/4, SPI, I2C, and RS232/RS422
• •Hands-on experience with laboratory debugging equipment and tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and JTAG emulators
• •Proficiency with requirements management (IBM Rational DOORS), source code control (git, Bitbucket), JIRA, and Confluence
• •Familiarity with GreenHills Multi SW Development Suite, COSMIC SW Development Suite, ClearQuest, VectorCAST, and LabVIEW
• •Familiarity with virtualization concepts and LynxOS Hypervisor preferred
• •Full software lifecycle development experience in accordance with DO-178C and CMMI
• •Fundamental understanding of software regression testing and verification
• •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• •Proven ability to interface with customers, resolve escalated technical issues, and translate feedback into actionable improvements

Benefits

• •Paid Time Off
• •401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• •Health and Wellness Benefits
• •Learning and Development Opportunities
• •Referral Program
• •Competitive Pay
• •Recognition
• •Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• •Inclusive and Supportive Culture