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How much do entry level embedded engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level embedded engineer in Missouri is $128,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,600.00 and $153,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Embedded Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Embedded Engineer, you need a solid understanding of C/C++ programming, embedded systems concepts, and a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), hardware debugging tools, and version control systems like Git is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication make candidates stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for developing reliable embedded solutions, troubleshooting hardware-software interactions, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level embedded engineers when transitioning from academic projects to real-world products?

Entry level embedded engineers often find that real-world projects involve stricter requirements for reliability, safety, and maintainability compared to academic assignments. They may need to quickly adapt to working with legacy code, constrained hardware resources, and industry-standard development tools. Additionally, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams—such as hardware designers, firmware developers, and QA engineers—requires strong communication and documentation skills. Understanding version control systems and participating in code reviews are also common aspects of the work environment.

What does an Entry Level Embedded Engineer do?

An Entry Level Embedded Engineer helps design, develop, and test software that runs on embedded systems, such as microcontrollers or other specialized hardware. Their work often involves coding in languages like C or C++ to create firmware that controls devices ranging from household electronics to automotive systems. They also assist with debugging, troubleshooting, and sometimes hardware integration under the guidance of more experienced engineers. This role provides foundational experience in both software and hardware aspects of embedded systems.
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Test and Inspection Embedded Software Engineer-Entry Level

Test and Inspection Embedded Software Engineer-Entry Level

Boeing

Hazelwood, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago


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Job description

Test and Inspection Embedded Software Engineer-Entry Level

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Test and Inspection Embedded Software Engineer-Entry Level to support our Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) and avionics Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Software Engineering teams located in Hazelwood, Missouri. This software role supports our commercial and military platforms.

The specific role includes developing, integrating, bug resolution, and testing C++/C# software for controlling NDI equipment and/or ATE electrical equipment, updating User Interfaces (UI's), and development of functional and unit tests for the software. The NDI equipment controlled by software includes robotics, LIDAR, ultrasound, and electrical test equipment. The ATE equipment controlled by software includes but not limited to digital, analog, Radio Frequency (RF) - Wifi and Cellular, communication busses, power, and display test equipment. The ATE role includes supporting updates to the test executive/sequence software. The candidates will also be responsible for maintenance and setup of our DevSecOps Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and Windows runners in GitLab.

The general role of an Embedded SW engineer includes: Designs, develops, tests, debugs and maintains software that is integrated into embedded devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards. Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems. Builds and writes code for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware. Integrates embedded software with hardware components. Analyzes, monitors and improves the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems. Tests and debugs software for embedded devices and systems. Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies. Advises on software and hardware integration domains. Tracks and evaluates internal and supplier software team performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards. Performs embedded software project management functions.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Supports the design, development, test, debugging and maintenance of software that is integrated into ATE and NDI devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards

  • Assists with review, analysis, and translation of customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems

  • Supports building and writing code for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware

  • Contributes to integration of embedded software with hardware components

  • Supports analysis, monitoring and improving the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems

  • Participates in testing and debugging software for embedded devices and systems

  • Supports implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies

  • Supports tracking and evaluation of internal and supplier software team performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards

  • Assists with performing embedded software project management functions

  • Communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Bachelor Degree

  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

  • Experience programming in C, C++ or C#

  • Experience in embedded software development

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 1: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science or related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and direct related work experience OR 4+ years of related, relevant experience

  • 1+ years of experience developing automation testing & maintaining automation tools

  • 1+ years of experience with automation and robotic applications development

  • 2+ years of experience with development or real-time software or integration of embedded software onto hardware

  • 2+ years of experience with lab or test equipment, robotics, and/or inspection (i.e. Lidar/Ultrasound) hardware

  • 1+ years of working knowledge of GitLab

  • 1+ years of experience interpreting electrical engineering drawings, schematics, and definition

  • Ability to build, integrate and troubleshoot software components

  • Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and/or systems

  • Knowledge of programming languages (e.g., C++, C#, C, Assembly, Ladder Logic, Numerical Control (NC) Programming, Matlab)

  • Knowledge of communications, networking, and protocols (e.g., Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML), Wireless Access Protocol (WAP), and/or ARINC429 or MS1553

  • Knowledge of general and real-time software development and testing tools, including the capability and usage of real-time tools such as test instrumentation, robotics systems, and inspection systems

  • Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle

Travel:

Less than 10%

CodeVue Coding Challenge:

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Entry-Level (Level 1): $78,200 - $105,800

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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