Embedded Systems Engineer
HRL Laboratories2 months ago
Calabasas, CA, USASenior
Base Salary
$155k - $198k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead engineering and development of the embedded control portion of RF system development.
- Develop, integrate, and test embedded systems and RF subsystems for communication, radar, and electronic warfare applications.
- Use low-level programming, HDL, C/C++, and Python for embedded platforms.
- Support system integration and testing, including rapid design updates and test automation.
- Work with scientists, engineers, program managers, vendors, coworkers, and customers.
- Solve customer problems, write invention disclosures, publish papers, brief customers, and support proposals and marketing activities.
- Document and enforce embedded engineering best practices and mentor junior engineers.
- Travel approximately 20% of the time.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Engineering.
- At least 7 years of experience in low-level programming, especially for embedded platforms.
- Experience with HDL, including Verilog, VHDL, or HLS, and with C, C++, and Python.
- Experience with Git or GitLab and software development best practices; merge requests, code reviews, CI/CD, and unit testing experience is a plus.
- Experience with RF and high-speed digital test equipment; test automation experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with FPGA, DSP, and microcontroller families; Xilinx SoC knowledge is a plus.
- Working knowledge of RF components, communication systems, radar systems, and electronic warfare systems is a plus.
- Ability to interact professionally with program managers, coworkers, customers, and vendors.
- U.S. citizenship is required; ability to obtain a security clearance is desired.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
- Regular/full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, gym facilities, paid time off, sick time, and upward mobility.
- The role offers an exciting and challenging work environment.
- The position requires approximately 20% travel.
- The listed California pay range is $154,500-$197,900.
About HRL Laboratories
HRL Laboratories conducts contract R&D in advanced materials, microelectronics/semiconductors, and information/quantum technologies for aerospace, automotive, and defense customers, transitioning prototypes to manufacturable solutions. Its work spans precision navigation devices, structural and functional materials for extreme environments, and scalable microfabrication and digital manufacturing. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Malibu, California, it operates as a privately held research lab serving government agencies and major OEMs.