Principal Embedded Software Engineer
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General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number
2025-160584
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Software - Embedded application software
Job title
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Employees / Staff
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that."
The Principal Software Engineer will be responsible for the research, analysis, design, development, testing, debugging and modification of software used in the electronics equipment such as VFMDs (Variable Frequency Motor Drives) for vacuum generators and air compressors (ACIM/BLDC), AC/DC Power Converters (3-F), 28V DC Valve Controllers, and W&W System Controllers for commercial aerospace industry.
The Principal Software Engineer will take ownership and/or support technical engineering teams and projects related to W&W System Components. Using sound engineering principles, this engineer will interface with cross functional groups (internal and external) to ensure robust, airworthy designs are attained which meet budget, schedule and internal requirements and goals. This leadership position will be responsible for participating in and leading improvement activities at a group and/or company level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design and implement advanced control algorithms for power electronic applications
Develop control system software requirements to write embedded code for 3-phase Active Rectifier, Motor Control electronics
Contributes to system design and independently develops subsystem designs that meet the requirements. Considers tradeoffs between requirements, cost and reliability in the choice of a design approach
Test/debug power electronics controllers, Source and assembly level debugging
Optimize software performance by working with control system engineers
Work with suppliers to review control software design.
Lead or support software design review activities. Interface with vendors, customers and other departments on technical issues
Independently owns, or leads a team for small/medium size software development.
Reviews, checks and approves work done by peers and lower level engineers.
Provides guidance and training to lower level engineers.
Assesses standard work and support or lead improvement projects.
Understands how various groups (engineering, industrialization, operations) work together and is able to navigate through the company.
Analyze customer requirements and validate them by analysis/modeling/prototyping or based on existing product performance
Create software requirements specification and hardware/software interface control documents
Create verification plan for validating product compliance to requirements
Able to interface independently with technical analysts to define the software design
Candidate skills & requirements
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience -
Bachelors or Masters or PhD Degree in electrical or computer engineering from a recognized ABET accredited institution or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in electrical or computer engineering with 8+ years of software design experience in aerospace industry
Master's Degree in electrical or computer engineering with 6 + years of software design experience in aerospace industry
PhD Degree in electrical or computer engineering with 3+ years of software design experience in aerospace industry
Physical Demands - While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to move around the office.
Work Environment - The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
Travel - Periodical travel is minimal and may be 5-10 days per quarter.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Hands on programming skills in programming languages such as C/C++, VHDL/Verilog and/or scripting languages such as Perl/Python or Power Shell
Knowledge in embedded systems architecture and programming
Programming skills in LabVIEW
Programming skills for developing firmware on TMS320F28XX DSP, PIC16XX, MC68XXX or X86 DSPs/Microcontrollers
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical - Experience and knowledge in complex embedded software architecture and design. Knowledge and understanding of active rectifiers, PFC, inverter and motor control software design.
Design - Design knowledge of CAN, ARIN429, I2C, SPI, RS232 software modules
Technical Skills - Ability to use simulation tools such as PSIM/MATLAB/Simulink.
Interpersonal Skills - Possess a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Ability to communicate and ability to work in a team environment. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Hands on experience of using electronics equipment such as programmable power supplies, high speed digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers etc.
Design & develop instrumentation capabilities for product electrical parameter characterization and validation
Design level understanding of communication protocols such as CAN, ARINC, SPI, RS-232 etc.
Experience in aerospace regulations such as RTCA/DO-160/D0-178 and RTCA/DO-254 guidelines
Knowledge in major aerospace OEM electronics design guidelines
Possess a strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence. Ability to communicate, ability to work in a team environment. Ability to provide leadership to other members of the engineering team
Experience in using design/simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink etc.,
Annual salary
$121K - $191K USD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California, Los Angeles
City (-ies)
Carson
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
