Senior Software Engineer, Firmware

Job overview

The Senior Software Engineer, Firmware role is hybrid, with onsite collaboration Tuesdays and Thursdays in Waukegan, Illinois; a greater onsite presence is needed during the first few months for training and team integration. The posting states a base salary range of $125,000–$145,000. Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification develops in-flight entertainment, connectivity, navigation, communication, and flight-safety systems for aircraft.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, integrate, document, test, and maintain firmware and software for embedded Linux and microprocessor systems
• customize and maintain Linux board-support packages
• work with kernels and device drivers
• support board bring-up and troubleshooting
• review hardware designs
• conduct software and requirements analysis
• and support production and customer troubleshooting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior software engineer

firmware

embedded linux

microprocessors

c++

python

device drivers

board bring-up

waukegan il

astronics

hybrid

aerospace connectivity

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• quarterly profit-sharing incentive
• 401(k) contributions
• employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.

Why this role

The role covers embedded firmware across the product lifecycle, including board bring-up, production support, and customer troubleshooting.

About the employer

Astronics is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.