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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Senior Controls Engineer

Bedford, VA ยท On-site

$81K - $107K/yr

The Role As a Senior Process Controls Engineer, you will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of manufacturing controls across new and existing programs. This role supports ...

Sr Controls Engineer

Richmond, VA ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

The Senior Electrical Controls Engineer will be a key player in designing, programming, and commissioning advanced electrical control systems for our custom automated equipment. We are seeking a ...

SDD is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You ...

Senior Controls Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$111K - $147K/yr

The Tract Capital Senior Controls Engineer owns controls discipline design for our behind-the-meter (BTM) generation solutions and integration into Tract's monitoring and command center operations.

Senior Facilities Controls Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$111K - $147K/yr

Senior Facilities Controls Engineer Company: The Boeing Company Boeing is seeking a Senior Facilities Controls Engineer to join our team in one of our wonderful locations in either North Charleston ...

Senior Facilities Controls Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$111K - $147K/yr

Senior Facilities Controls Engineer Company: The Boeing Company Boeing is seeking a Senior Facilities Controls Engineer to join our team in one of our wonderful locations in either North Charleston ...

Controls Engineer

Chesapeake, VA ยท On-site

$72K - $94K/yr

The Controls Engineer works closely with a small, collaborative team that includes senior engineers and technical staff, in a setting that emphasizes growth, knowledge sharing, and standardized ...

Controls Software Engineer

Fredericksburg, VA ยท On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

The ideal Controls Software Engineer will have experience working with robotics systems, real-time embedded software, and cross-disciplinary debugging across mechanical, electrical, and control ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$142K - $186K/yr

SDD is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You ...

SDD is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You ...

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SDD is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of real-time processing solutions in software for advanced multi-function Radar systems. You ...

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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer information

What is the difference between Senior Embedded Controls Engineer vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Embedded Controls EngineerEmbedded Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering; experience in controls systemsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing embedded control systems in industrial, automotive, or robotics sectorsDeveloping software for embedded devices across various industries
Industry UsageAutomotive, manufacturing, robotics, aerospaceConsumer electronics, IoT devices, automotive, industrial automation

The Senior Embedded Controls Engineer focuses on designing and implementing control algorithms for embedded systems, often requiring knowledge of hardware integration and control theory. In contrast, Embedded Software Engineers primarily develop software for embedded devices, emphasizing coding, debugging, and software architecture. Both roles require embedded systems knowledge but differ in their core responsibilities and industry applications.

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Infographic showing various Senior Embedded Controls Engineer job openings in Virginia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Hybrid job distribution.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - C++/VxWorks - Secret Clearance

Medinext Global LLC

Dahlgren, VA โ€ข On-site

$126K - $165K/yr

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Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - C++/VxWorks - Secret ClearanceIntroduction:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong C++ and VxWorks experience to support mission-critical defense programs. This role involves software development, integration, testing, and support of real-time embedded systems used in advanced weapon and missile system environments.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain C++ software applications
  • Support VxWorks-based real-time systems
  • Perform software integration and testing
  • Execute verification and validation activities
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Maintain technical documentation throughout the software lifecycle
Requirements:Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Extensive experience with C++ software development
  • Hands-on experience with VxWorks RTOS
  • Strong understanding of embedded real-time systems
  • Experience with SMP and multi-core architectures
  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Aegis BMD or AAW systems
  • Missile flight test experience
  • Telemetry formats and weapon system test equipment experience
  • Defense, Aerospace, or Naval systems background

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent