91 embedded systems engineer jobs at 59 companies in Dahlgren, VA
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Embedded Systems Emulation Engineer
Woburn or Arlington or Melbourne or San Diego or Arlington or Woburn or Melbourne or San Diego
$110k-$151k/yrHybridFull Time
Systems & Technology Research: Develops advanced technology for national security and defense applications.
Proficiency in C/C++, Python; emulation/virtualization experience; active security clearance; BS in computer/ electrical engineering or related field; familiarity with QEMU and embedded systems.
C/C++, Python, QEMU, Git, Ghidra, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja
Battelle: Conducts scientific research and manages national laboratories for clients.
Work with researchers to develop and debug embedded firmware, build tooling and scripts for reverse engineering, and interact with microcontroller hardware; US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance required.
Senior Software Systems Engineer (Embedded Flight Systems)
Fairfax, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Trident Systems: Develops high-performance electronics for space and defense.
6+ YOEBachelor's degree in a related field; 6+ years in software systems engineering, embedded software, avionics, or flight systems; real-time embedded software experience; hardware/software integration; strong communication.
Kastle Systems: Provides managed security and property technology for buildings and businesses
4+ YOEBachelor's degree,4+ years embedded Linux (IoT) experience,2+ years BuildRoot/Yocto management,REST API experience,network deployment knowledge,DHCP/NAT skills,cryptography familiarity,excellent US English communication.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
3+ YOE3+ years embedded systems experience with microcontrollers/FPGA, proficiency in C/C++, hardware interfaces (SPI, UART), debugging, interpreting schematics, and Secret clearance.
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
3+ YOE3+ years embedded systems experience with microcontrollers/FPGA, proficiency in C/C++, SPI/UART, ability to read schematics/datasheets, security clearance (Secret) required.
Embedded Software Engineer - Edge ML/Low SWaP Systems
Herndon, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Expedition Technology: Delivering advanced machine learning and signal processing for defense.
US citizen with active TS/SCI clearance; experience deploying and optimizing algorithms to GPU-enabled embedded/edge systems; proficiency in Python and Linux; strong problem-solving across software and hardware.
Quartermaster AI: Deploying AI-powered sensor networks for maritime domain awareness.
5+ YOE5+ years embedded Linux/platform software experience; strong C++ and Python; Yocto, ROS2, Jetson/TensorRT/CUDA experience; networking, OTA update systems, hardware bring-up, and cross-boundary debugging skills.
PBA Group: Designs and manufactures industrial robotics and precision motion systems.
Mid-level electrical engineer with strong RF and embedded systems experience, PCB and power electronics skills, firmware and I2C protocol knowledge, track record moving prototypes to manufacturable products, fluent with modern AI tooling, U.S. person and willing to be onsite 4 days/week with occasional travel.
Apogee Research: Develops advanced cyber and systems engineering for national security.
US citizen eligible for Top Secret clearance; extensive low-level software experience for tactical systems; high proficiency in C and C++; POSIX familiarity; debugging cyber-physical systems; limited travel for tests.
Two Six Technologies: Develops cybersecurity and data systems for national security missions.
Experience in embedded systems, firmware reverse engineering, C/C++ and Python development, familiarity with Ghidra/IDA/Binary Ninja and QEMU, active Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI, ability to work onsite in Herndon, VA.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOESTEM degree with 5–8+ years embedded software experience depending on level; US citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI; proficiency in C/C++, Python, Windows/Linux scripting; experience with Subversion/Git and embedded systems integration.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEActive U.S. Top-Secret/TS/SCI clearance, advanced C/C++ and Python skills, embedded systems and RTOS experience, Linux proficiency, BS/MS/PhD in STEM with relevant years of experience, and avionics integration/test knowledge.
El Segundo or Los Angeles or Washington or San Francisco or San Diego or Seattle or London
$130k-$190k/yrOnsiteFull Time
CHAOS Industries: Develops advanced radar and sensing systems for modern defense.
3+ YOEBachelor's in Engineering/CS, 3+ years HIL/SIL or embedded systems integration, proficiency with real-time platforms (dSPACE, NI VeriStand), strong Python/C/C++ skills, familiarity with PX4/ArduPilot and drone protocols, and ability to obtain US security clearance.
Software Engineer (Mid/Senior) - Embedded Systems & HITL
Reston or Washington
$140k-$200k/yrOnsiteFull Time
ZTI Solutions: Provides cybersecurity and networking consulting services for federal agencies.
5+ YOE5+ years embedded software experience; proficiency in C/C++, assembly, low-level drivers/BSPs, networking stacks, test automation, HITL, Git and build systems; active U.S. DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
RTXNYSE: RTX: Provides advanced aerospace and defense systems and services.
5+ YOEU.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required; STEM degree and minimum 5 years experience; experience developing real-time C++ software on Linux or VxWorks for hardware/firmware-integrated systems; mentoring and proposal support.
webAI: Secure on-device AI infrastructure for distributed enterprise applications
6+ YOE6+ years experience in RF/networking, tactical radio systems, embedded/edge AI, signal processing; proficiency in Python and C++; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; Linux fluency and multi-architecture development.
MCSG Technologies: Provides information technology, engineering, and healthcare support services.
20+ YOELead flight software systems engineering across the mission lifecycle; experience with embedded flight software, architecture, requirements, verification, and integration; eligible for National Agency Check clearance.