Embedded Software Engineer L4

JOB TITLE : Embedded Software Engineer L4

LOCATION : Hazelwood, MO

PAY RATE : $97 / hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details :

Job Type : Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Clearance : Secret Clearance required to start

Shift : 1st Shift

Industry : Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks : Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide : Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions :

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary :

Support cybersecurity initiatives focused on secure boot processes, firmware security, and hardware root of trust implementations within embedded systems.

Hands-on experience with secure boot loaders, firmware encryption, hashing algorithms, and secure firmware update mechanisms.

Evaluating, developing, and configuring secure boot loaders, coordinating with vendors, performing recovery testing, and delivering training and documentation to ensure robust cybersecurity integration throughout the product lifecycle.

Develop, sign, and configure custom boot loaders, including Boeing-developed and open-source EFI boot loaders.

Lead Secure Boot integration efforts, including creating training materials, documentation, and coordinating with vendors.

Perform recovery testing and verification of secure boot and firmware recovery mechanisms.

Support PolarFire firmware services for encryption and hashing algorithms, including development and testing.

Develop and maintain user-space APIs for PolarFire encryption and hash algorithms.

Implement and validate hardware root of trust features, including fuse configuration and testing.

Manage firmware update processes throughout the product lifecycle.

Design and develop custom Secure Boot UEFI applications to enhance system security.

Configure, test, and validate boot loaders for secure and reliable system startup.

Collaborate with cybersecurity, firmware, hardware, and software teams to integrate security features.

Provide technical training and documentation to internal teams and stakeholders.

Stay current with cybersecurity best practices, secure boot technologies, and firmware security trends.

Requirements :

Secret Clearance required to start

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field

7+ years of experience with secure boot loader development and UEFI Secure Boot

Expertise in firmware security, encryption, hashing, and hardware root of trust

Experience with PolarFire FPGA firmware or similar platforms

Proficiency in C, C++, Python, Bash, and firmware update / testing processes

Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively across teams and coordinate with vendors

Familiarity with safety-critical standards (DO-178C, ISO 26262, or similar) preferred

U.S. Citizen as defined by ITAR

About Us :

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements :

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations .

Keywords : aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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