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Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $166,000–$166,000🗓 2026-07-14 → 2026-07-31

Core

Develop low-level software/firmware for embedded systems underpinning aerial small drones and tactical reconnaissance products.

Role type

Firmware Engineer (Embedded Systems)

Builds

Firmware for microcontrollers and device drivers for tactical drone systems (Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, Altius)

Domain

Defense technology / Robotics / Embedded Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

C programming, microcontroller integration, bare-metal/RTOS development, hardware debugging, IC bus protocols (I2C, SPI, USB, CAN, Ethernet)

Preferred skills

ARM/AVR/MSP430/PIC core implementation, JTAG/SWD debugging, oscilloscope/logic analyzer usage

Technologies

C, RTOS, I2C, SPI, USB, CAN, RS232, RS485, Ethernet, JTAG, SWD

Responsibilities

Develop robust firmware for microcontrollers and create reusable device drivers; Debug hardware issues spanning electrical, firmware, and software boundaries; Collaborate with Electrical, Software, and Product Design teams; Streamline high-yield production and manufacture; Support product field testing to identify firmware feature opportunities

Seniority

Mid-Senior (5+ years experience)

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