Senior Software Engineer - Motor Control Software Design

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Motor Control Software Design to join our high performing Software Design Verification Team in Burbank, CA.

Job Summary :

The Software Engineer is a top contributor, and you'll be an integral part of the design team developing software to enable real time control as well as system modeling and optimization from

concept to production for our growing product lines. This dynamic role works closely with our other electrical, mechanical, software, and system engineers to support new developments. The ideal

candidate will be an individual with experience in low-level embedded motor control software design and a passion for problem solving, debugging and attention to detail.

Essential Functions :

Design and develop sensor control of permanent magnet torque motors, including inverter advanced modulation, position and velocity estimation, current control, fault detection, and

efficiency optimization.

• Closed loop position / force control of permanent magnet servo systems.
• Implement and validate electronic designs through software development, test and simulation.
• Develop software verification and validation procedures using unit and integration tests.
• Develop solutions for electronic system related issues as an integral member of a larger team.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for work performed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with verbal and written English for technical reports, presentations, analyses, or other communications at the appropriate level throughout the organization.
• Understand, decompose, and define product and process requirements to support product development, sustaining and R&D.
• Plan, estimate, prioritize, and manage work activities to support meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Utilize experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Produce thorough and accurate design and development work of suitable complexity that meets all customer specifications and

company requirements for schedule, cost, producibility, quality, and reliability.

• Embrace cross-functional teamwork
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications :

Experience : 5 to 8+ years of relevant work experience

Education / Certification : BA or BS Degree in an engineering discipline. Master's or PhD preferred.

Eligibility Requirement : This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered.

As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Desired Experience, Knowledge and Skills :

• Knowledge of developing embedded 8bit / 16bit / 32bit microcontrollers in C, C++, or ASM.
• Classical controls knowledge (PID, filtering)
• Understand concepts around motor control, tracking, current control, torque control, velocity control
• Understanding of common microcontroller peripherals such as : timers, GPIO, watchdog, ADC, UART, DMA
• Understanding of embedded software concepts, including hard real time processing, process scheduling, cooperative multitasking, interrupt processing, race conditions, RTOS.
• Analog signal experience. Familiarity with ADC, signal filtering, debouncing, etc.
• Familiar with software development processes and controls (static analysis, distributed version control, unit testing, bug tracking, requirements tracking)
• Experience with debugging (either with in-circuit debugger or by other means)
• Solid understanding and application of coding best practices, board bring up and debugging
• Solid understanding of Field Oriented Control, MTPA control and direct torque control

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with full life cycle of electric motor development, qualification, production and product support preferred
• Experience with motor control hardware and / or software development preferred
• Experience with 500-1200 VDC systems is preferred
• Experience working in aviation industry is preferred
• Experience working with regulatory agencies is preferred

Working Conditions :

Standard office environment

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.

Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to : eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel / wrist straps and any other required PPE.

May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.

Requires work with small to medium size hand and power tools.

Occasional travel to customer and outside test lab facilities for technical interchange meetings, design reviews, product testing support, and to attend technical seminars.

May need to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)

About Crane Aerospace & Electronics :

Crane Aerospace & Electronics combines the experience of long-time industry leaders to supply critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets.

Our products are found in some of the most demanding environments, from engines to landing gears, from satellites to medical implants, and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines.

Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

Salary Range : $152,00 to $180,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications.

Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more.

Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

The Aerospace Group designs, manufactures and supports critical aircraft systems and components, offering innovative solutions for Fluid Management, and Virtually all commercial and military aircraft fly with products manufactured by the Aerospace Group.

We look for flexible professionals who are capable of working with minimal supervision and can adapt to changing environments.

We look for people who are challenged by other people, who like being around well-educated, well-versed professionals. For these people, Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides a creative outlet and high level of participation.

People in the company build the company.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.

FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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