job summary: This role involves end-to-end development of embedded firmware and systems using C/C++, Embedded C, and other programming languages, with an emphasis on communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, USB, and UART, along with hands-on experience in debugging, version control, and development tools. Direct hire opportunity with a well known Aerospace & Defense company! Required: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education and training. experience in the complete software/firmware development lifecycle: concept, design, implementation, integration, and verification.Proficiency in C, C++, and Assembly for embedded systems.Deep understanding of microcontroller-based systems, analog and digital circuit design.Hands-on experience with serial and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, I2S, CAN).Familiarity with IDEs such as Visual Studio and MPLAB.Ability to interpret and contribute to hardware designs involving FPGAs, sensors (temperature, pressure, acceleration), and power regulation.Experience using lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DAQs, and power meters for troubleshooting and validation. Plus: DO-178 standards for aerospace software development Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW location: Chatsworth, California job type: Permanent salary: $90,000 - 140,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Lead the design and development of embedded firmware and software to meet project and customer requirements. Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to architect integrated, robust system-level solutions. Participate in component selection and contribute to overall system design strategies. Ensure regulatory compliance and create required design and technical documentation. Serve as the subject matter expert for embedded systems and support seamless integration with external systems and teams. Utilize development tools for simulation, debugging, and version control to ensure software quality. Provide ongoing support for system testing, deployment, and firmware updates. Deliver clear and timely status reports to project management. Support proposal development, technical documentation, and customer-facing presentations. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: FirmwareEmbedded Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.