FW Testing and Developer for Embedded systems Engineer

ARQUIMEA we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovate solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.

Our areas of activity are Aerospace Defense & Security Big Science Biotechnology and Fintech.

In ARQUIMEA AEROSPACE DEFENCE & SECURITY develops safer and more reliable defense systems through technology including unmanned aerial systems (UAVs) sensing systems command and control software and aiming systems.

The Embedded Systems Engineer will test verify and manage the quality and safety of the developed embedded software and hardware solutions for autopilot systems airborne electronics and ground support systems used in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) development. The role focuses on enhancing the quality and reliability of the UAV control navigation and communication capabilities while ensuring system reliability and efficiency.

This position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop and test real-time systems that meet operational and performance requirements for UAV applications.

Tasks to be performed:

• Design develop and execute firmware tests to ensure product quality and functionality for UAV autopilot airborne and ground systems.
• Perform verification and validation (V&V) of firmware systems and components.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the software integration and delivery process.
• Develop and execute unit tests to validate code functionality.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve firmware issues.
• Document test results and provide detailed reports.
• Work closely with hardware software and aerospace engineers to ensure smooth integration and system performance 1.
• Support field operations flight tests and troubleshooting of airborne and ground systems 2.
• Design develop integrate and test embedded software and hardware solutions for autopilot systems airborne electronics and ground support systems used in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) development 3.
• Enhance UAV control navigation and communication capabilities while ensuring system reliability and efficiency
• Develop and maintain FW tools to support testing and verification during production
• Support field operations flight tests and troubleshooting of airborne and ground systems.

Required skills experience and candidate profile:

Education:

• Level Degree: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field.

Additional Training/Qualifications:

• Previous experience in firmware testing and embedded software development.
• Knowledge of verification and validation (V&V) methodologies.
• Knowledge of testing tools such as Vector Cast cppCheckp Code Sonar
• Experience in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to develop and execute unit tests.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C C Python.
• Strong knowledge of microcontroller platforms (e.g. ARM Cortex-M STM32) and low-level programming.
• Familiarity with Embedded Linux operating systems.
• Ability to use tools for debugging and validation (oscilloscopes logic analyzers emulators etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge in version control tools (e.g. Git) and familiarity with CI/CD workflows.

Specific Knowledge:

• Knowledge of UAV autopilot systems and frameworks (e.g. PX4 ArduPilot) and ground control stations (e.g. QGroundControl Mission Planner) is recommended.
• Knowledge and experience with ARP4754A MIL-STD882 DO-178 AOP-52 is recommended.

Minimum Required Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in embedded systems development with a focus on:
• UAV systems or aerospace applications.
• Real-time embedded software and hardware integration.
• Control systems design and sensor integration.
• Experience with flight control systems UAV development platforms or autonomous systems is highly desirable.
• Previous involvement in UAV testing and field operations is a plus.

The position is located in our Headquarters of Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid).

Were looking for curious creative tenacious and collaborative people eager to do things and unafraid to tackle challenges in order to contribute to improving the society in wich we live.

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At ARQUIMEA we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience