Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (C/Linux) - Aerospace & Space Systems

Location

Stuttgart Area, Germany (On-site / Hybrid)

Contract

Initial 3-month assignment with a strong possibility of extension.

Relocation support and assistance with accommodation are provided.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join an innovative aerospace and space technology project. The engineer will work on a variety of hardware and software integration activities, supporting the development, deployment, and enhancement of mission-critical systems and ground support equipment.

This role combines low-level embedded software development, Linux-based systems, networking, hardware integration, and system commissioning activities. It is ideal for engineers who enjoy working close to both hardware and software while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a highly technical environment.

Depending on the project phase, on-site presence in the Stuttgart area will range between 70% and 100%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-level embedded software using C/C++.
• Work with Linux-based embedded systems and hardware platforms.
• Support hardware identification, integration, validation, and long-term testing activities.
• Commission, configure, and deploy embedded systems and ground support equipment.
• Implement and optimize Ethernet routing and communication solutions on embedded platforms.
• Develop and integrate software interfaces for custom hardware components.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams during system integration activities.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues and drive them to resolution.
• Contribute to secure boot and system security initiatives.
• Support system documentation, configuration management, and engineering best practices.
• Participate in customer-facing technical discussions and integration activities.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in Embedded Software Engineering or Embedded Systems Engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of C programming.
• Hands-on experience with Embedded Linux environments.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including Ethernet and TCP/IP.
• Experience working with embedded hardware platforms, SoCs, or similar systems.
• Ability to perform system commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work on-site in Germany when required.

Nice to Have

• Experience with C++ development.
• Knowledge of Secure Boot concepts and implementation.
• Experience with SpaceWire or other aerospace communication technologies.
• Familiarity with FPGA interfaces and hardware communication layers.
• Experience with routing algorithms and network protocol implementation.
• Knowledge of ARM-based platforms such as Banana Pi, Raspberry Pi, or similar embedded systems.
• Experience within aerospace, defence, telecommunications, automotive, or industrial embedded environments.
• Exposure to CI/CD, DevOps practices, or infrastructure automation.

What Company Offers

• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace and space industry projects.
• International and highly technical engineering environment.
• Long-term project opportunities beyond the initial assignment.
• Relocation and accommodation support.
• Collaboration with experienced engineering teams and industry specialists.
• Exposure to advanced embedded systems, networking technologies, and mission-critical applications.