Embedded Software Engineer (contract-to-hire) - Mesa, AZ

Inter-Coastal Electronics (Mesa, AZ) is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (contract-to-hire) to design, develop, integrate, and qualify real-time embedded software and firmware for aviation and ground-based training systems. You will work across the full lifecycle—from board bring-up and driver development to RTOS/Linux applications, integration with aircraft/vehicle interfaces (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, Ethernet, discretes), documentation, and customer-facing reviews. Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

• Develop applications and device drivers for MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, Ethernet, and discrete I/O on RTOS-based systems
• Design and implement embedded software for proprietary 8/16/32-bit bare-metal and VME/VPX platforms
• Create register-level drivers and modify OS drivers, including drivers for custom FPGA/CPLD peripherals
• Participate in full software lifecycle: requirements, design, coding, implementation, testing, and qualification
• Author and support software documentation (SRS, SDD, STD, etc.)
• Prepare and deliver design review presentations for internal teams and external customers
• Contribute to process improvements and adoption of new technologies
• Support hardware development through test, bring-up, and troubleshooting using lab equipment
• Independently define approaches and deliver technical solutions to complex problems with minimal direction
• Travel up to 15% as needed

• AA in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science (BS preferred)
• 6+ years of C/C++ development on embedded systems (avionics or automotive preferred)
• 6+ years of hardware integration experience, including drivers for PCI/PCIe, I2C, MIL-STD-1553, UART, Ethernet, Analog IO, GPIO, and SPI
• Ability to interpret digital and analog schematics to guide software development
• Experience with RTOS and Linux; familiarity with IPC (ARINC-653 a plus)
• Proficiency with lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic/bus analyzers)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance
• Preferred: Experience with FACE standard
• Preferred: DO-178B/C DAL D/E experience; data modeling a plus
• Preferred: Agile development experience
• Preferred: BSP development for SH2A, ARM, PowerPC, or x86
• Preferred: FPGA/CPLD exposure with VHDL/Verilog
• Preferred: Experience with Green Hills and VxWorks RTOS
• Preferred: Linux kernel and build systems (Yocto, Buildroot)

Contract-to-hire role.

Inter-Coastal Electronics, the current Tactical Engagement Simulation System (TESS) Program of Record holder for US Army aviation, provides a low risk, cost effective embedded training solution that provides immediate interoperability with Army training ranges and Combat Training Centers (CTCs).  With extensive knowledge of embedded training spanning 30 years, ICE is committed to providing innovative embedded training solutions that enhance readiness, sustain proficiency, and reduce cost while adhering to a Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) approach. ICE employs the requisite skills to implement the total live training experience for Any Mission, Any Environment, Any Platform.

We manufacture training systems for the U.S. Army. We've been in business since 1990. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at: www.inter-coastal.net.

Inter-coastal Electronics fosters a close-knit environment where employees know each other well. This leads to a strong sense of community, collaboration, and camaraderie, contributing to overall job satisfaction. Employees often wear multiple hats and take on diverse roles. This variety can lead to accelerated skill development and a more dynamic work experience, as employees can explore different aspects of the business.

Inter-coastal Electronics offers more flexibility in work practices and greater autonomy in how employees manage their projects. This flexibility leads to a better work-life balance.

Inter-Coastal Electronics, LLC shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Inter-coastal Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

 Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

VEVRAA/Sec. 503 Federal Contractor

Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Women/Minorities