Full-Time

Embedded Software Engineer

Deadline 2/25/27
Scientific Research Corporation

Scientific Research Corporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Engineering, integration, testing for defense systems

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

North Charleston, SC, USA

In Person

On-site in Charleston, SC; occasional CONUS travel (<10%).

US Citizenship Required

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Docker
C/C++
FPGA
Linux/Unix
Helm
Requirements
  • 5-8 years experience
  • Experience developing and maintaining embedded Linux software for ARM-based architectures
  • Experience with embedded OS development such as Yocto, Buildroot, or PetaLinux
  • Experience in software containerization and virtualization (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, Vagrant, Helm, etc.)
  • Proficient in development in high-level programming languages like C/C++ and able to learn new languages
  • Comfortable developing in a Linux operating environment
  • Highly motivated and able to work independently and in a team
  • Effective complex problem solving skills
  • Effective communication and analysis skills
  • In-depth knowledge of software development life cycles
  • Formal education or equivalent experience in a systems or software engineering discipline
Responsibilities
  • Developing and maintaining applications, tools, drivers, etc. for embedded Linux ARM64 systems
  • Developing containers and container orchestration for embedded software processes
  • Using containers to dynamically program field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs)
  • Designing communications between distributed software components
  • Integrating and debugging with other system software, firmware, and hardware components
  • Designing and developing tests and test tools
  • Automating software with scripts
  • Performing system demonstrations
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with SDR platforms, frameworks, and software
  • Experience using device trees and device tree blobs and overlays
  • Experience in scripting languages such as Bash or Python
  • Familiar with Go programming language
  • Familiar with GNU Make and GCC or Clang toolchain
  • Hands-on experience working with FPGAs
  • Familiar with using modular open systems architectures such as CMOSS, SOSA, MORA, VICTORY, OpenVPX, etc. to achieve interoperability
  • Familiar with Software Communications Architecture (SCA) and Object Request Brokers (ORBs)
Scientific Research Corporation

Scientific Research Corporation

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Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced engineering company that provides engineering, integration, testing, support, and research and development services to the U.S. government, private industry, and international markets. Its work spans information, communications, intelligence, electronic warfare, simulation, training, and instrumentation systems. SRC designs and builds complex systems, integrates them into clients’ environments, conducts rigorous testing, and offers ongoing field support through laboratories and facilities that replicate real-world operation. The company differentiates itself through its broad, end-to-end capabilities across multiple disciplines, its long history since 1988, and its extensive network of engineering offices and state-of-the-art test facilities for both defense and commercial applications. SRC’s goal is to help customers meet emerging challenges by delivering high-quality products and technical services that perform in real-world conditions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1988

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What believers are saying

  • NAICS codes 541330 and 3364 position SRC for targeted DoD engineering R&D opportunities.
  • Federal contract eligibility through SAM registration enables participation in growing defense budgets.
  • Established business development contacts and ASTRO contracting relationships support pipeline growth.

What critics are saying

  • Leidos undercuts SRC on C4ISR contracts with 20-30% lower bids using $15B+ scale.
  • Anduril deploys AI-driven ISR sensors 40% faster, displacing SRC's traditional engineering contracts.
  • Low employee satisfaction at Camp Pendleton and Warner Robins drives talent attrition.

What makes Scientific Research Corporation unique

  • Founded July 1988 with established DoD relationships and ASTRO contract vehicle access.
  • Capabilities span C4I, ISR, cyber operations, and intelligence analysis across defense sectors.
  • 2,279-person workforce with strong ratings in Honolulu and Suffolk locations.

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Paid Vacation

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