Principal Firmware Engineer (Motor Control & Actuators)
Description For Principal Firmware Engineer (Motor Control & Actuators)
Anduril Industries, a cutting-edge defense technology company, is seeking a Principal Firmware Engineer specializing in Motor Control & Actuators. This role is crucial in developing firmware for autonomous vehicles across land, air, and sea platforms. The position combines embedded C programming expertise with classical control theory, focusing on motor control systems. The engineer will work on creating motion control systems, developing microcontroller software, and building safety-critical infrastructure. The role offers competitive compensation ($196,000-$294,000) and comprehensive benefits. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded systems, motor control, and low-level firmware architecture. This position represents an opportunity to work on advanced defense technology systems while contributing to U.S. and allied military capabilities. The role requires a blend of technical expertise in firmware development and practical experience in robotics and automation, making it perfect for someone passionate about cutting-edge defense technology and embedded systems.
Responsibilities For Principal Firmware Engineer (Motor Control & Actuators)
- Develop motion control systems for precision actuators and electric propulsion
- Develop microcontroller software using an RTOS
- Develop reusable device drivers and application libraries
- Assist with part selection, board and product design
- Create low-level infrastructure to support safety-critical systems
- Assist with creation of SITL/HITL test fixtures and simulation environments
- Bring up new boards and toolchains
- Support device manufacturing efforts and operational deployments
Requirements For Principal Firmware Engineer (Motor Control & Actuators)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, etc., or equivalent experience
- Experience and formal training with classical control systems
- Background in low-level firmware architecture, design and development in C
- Experience with embedded ARM and motor control modules within ARM microcontrollers
- Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
- Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
- Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
Benefits For Principal Firmware Engineer (Motor Control & Actuators)
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance
- Generous holiday calendar and competitive PTO
- 16 weeks paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
- Family Planning & Parenting Support
- Mental Health Resources
- Professional development stipend
- Daily Meals and Provisions
- Company-funded commuter benefits
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
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