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Job Description
4D Tech Solutions, an AFS company, is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of embedded systems with onboard sensing, compute, and communications, including core system software across FPGA and Embedded Linux platforms. The role involves calibrating and troubleshooting embedded sensors in field conditions, developing graphical user interfaces for geospatial data visualization, and supporting system testing, demonstrations, and prototype evaluation. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who can move quickly between design, implementation, and field integration to advance next‑generation imaging technologies.
Required Qualifications
B.S. or higher in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or a similar degree
10+ years’ experience in design, development, and fielding of embedded systems
10+ years’ experience applying systems engineering fundamentals in a product engineering capacity
5+ years’ experience in C, C++, and/or Python programming language
Markerboard proficiency in trigonometry and linear algebra
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with embedded Linux development (PetaLinux/Raspberry Pi, etc.)
Proficient in electronics design and EDA software such as KiCad, Circuit Studio, Eagle, etc.
Familiarity with optics, lasers, LiDAR, and camera systems
Experience with Xilinx Zynq architecture
Experience with FPGA development and VHDL language
Familiarity with Qt or another cross-platform user-interface toolkit
Familiarity with mechanical design and applicable software (e.g., Solidworks)
Experience developing graphical user interfaces (e.g., control stations for unmanned systems)
Experience working with government customers (demonstrations/test events)
Familiarity with NIST 800-171 security controls
Familiarity with or certified to operate unmanned aerial systems (FAA Part 107 certification)
Eligibility Requirement:
U.S. citizenship required
Active Secret clearance preferred or ability to obtain one
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The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$94,000 — $187,600 USD
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