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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Dahlgren, VA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 13 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Operating Systems
Firmware
Sensors
Systems Architecture
Unit Testing
Integration Testing
Technical Writing
User Guides
Sprint
Technical Support
Collaboration
Electrical Systems
Quality Assurance
Science
System Integration
Agile
Software Design
R
HTML
Unix
Linux
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft
Management
Embedded Software
C
C++
Microcontrollers
Embedded Linux
Debugging
JTAG
Oscilloscope
Logic Analyzer
Interfaces
UART
SPI
I2C
Ethernet
Real-time
Version Control
Git
Communication
RTOS
VxWorks
QNX
ARM
Python
Automated Testing
Scripting
Embedded Systems
DoD
Modeling
Computer Hardware
Security Clearance
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2612681

Location: Dahlgren, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-05-18

Category: Software

Subcategory: Embedded SW Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Dahlgren, VA.

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and test embedded software solutions in C/C++ for microcontrollers, real time operating systems (RTOS), or Linux based embedded systems
Develop firmware and low level drivers to interface with sensors, communication buses, and custom hardware
Support integration of embedded software with hardware components, including bring up, debugging, and troubleshooting
Participate in system architecture discussions and assist in defining requirements and design specifications
Implement secure coding practices and support cyber-hardened embedded software designs
Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and performance validation
Analyze system logs, memory usage, and timing behavior to optimize performance
Create and maintain technical documentation, including design descriptions, interface control documents (ICDs), test procedures, and user guides
Participate in Agile sprint cycles, technical reviews, and code walkthroughs
Provide technical support for fielded systems and assist with defect resolution
Collaborate with electrical, systems, and test engineering teams to ensure end to end solution performance
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A Bachelor of science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
Six (6) years professional technical experience which includes at least four (4) years specialized experience performing computer hardware engineering, software design, coding and compilation of code; computer or software requirements
Management, computer systems or software integration; and utilizing systems engineering software tools
Specialized experience shall also include demonstrated ability to engineer
Complex systems with integrated software and hardware solutions. An example includes experience related to weapons systems and/or Navy programs utilizing agile software design processes, such as, but not limited to, Python, R, HTML, C/C++, Unix, and Linux
Strong understanding of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams, including experience building and managing sites, pages, lists, and libraries
Strong experience developing embedded software in C and/or C++
Experience working with microcontrollers, SoCs, or embedded Linux systems
Hands on experience with embedded toolchains, debugging tools (JTAG, SWD), oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or serial interfaces
Knowledge of embedded communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, or similar
Strong understanding of real time constraints, interrupts, and low level hardware interactions
Familiarity with version control systems (Git preferred)
Ability to analyze technical problems and produce reliable solutions under schedule constraints
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, RTEMS, etc.)
Experience with ARM Cortex processors or similar embedded architectures
Familiarity with Python for test automation and scripting
Experience with embedded security, trusted computing, or secure boot
Background in DoD, Navy systems, or safety critical applications
Experience with modeling tools, interface definition, or hardware simulation

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able obtain and maintain security clearance at the Secret level. ship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2612681
Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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