Embedded Systems Engineer

i3 has an exciting opportunity for an embedded systems engineer to support the development of DoD EW systems. The embedded systems engineer will develop and program hardware solutions for EW systems and other RF devices. Additionally, the embedded systems engineer will aid in the analysis of radar and EW systems. This position is located in Arlington, VA.

• Architect and implement hardware/software-based embedded systems.
• Circuit board design and simulation.
• Microcontroller/microprocessor programming, both bare-metal and with an OS.
• Lab setup and evaluation of circuit cards.
• Generate technical documentation.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Working knowledge of embedded Linux (i.e. Petalinux).
• Familiar with common bus standards (e.g. I2C, SPI, etc.).
• Experience developing/debugging embedded (both OS-based and baremetal) software in C/C++.
• Working knowledge of electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with RF systems (radar, communications, etc.)
• Experience with VHDL or Verilog.
• Experience writing technical documentation.
• Familiarity with VPX (VITA-46) standards.
• Experience RF test equipment (e.g. spectrum analyzers, network analyzers).

Clearance Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!