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Senior Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$136 - $204/hr

Overview of Opportunity Two Six Technologies is actively seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Trusted Electronics & Effects team in Herndon, Virginia. We are looking for someone ...

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Senior Embedded Vulnerability Researcher

Reston, VA · On-site

$129K - $169K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Embedded Vulnerability Researcher to develop tailored solutions for DoD ... Reverse-engineering assessment techniques for firmware or embedded systems • Familiarity with ...

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Arlington, VA

$142K - $186K/yr

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Senior Facilities Controls Engineer

Arlington, VA

$111K - $147K/yr

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior embedded controls engineer in Ashburn, VA is $148,046.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,800.00 and $166,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 Ashburn, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,046 per year, or $71.2 per hour.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Herndon, VA • On-site

Two Six Technologies
Software Development • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$127K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Overview of Opportunity 

Two Six Technologies is actively seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Trusted Electronics & Effects team in Herndon, Virginia. We are looking for someone with a background in embedded system programming, security-oriented tooling, emulation, or computer network operations (CNO) development. If you are interested in leveraging these skills to support mission-driven research and deliver operational capabilities, the team wants to talk to you!

What you will do

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software to support offensive cybersecurity research and deliver mission-critical operational capabilities.
  • Build target-specific instrumentation and introspection tools while designing high-fidelity emulation targets for various embedded platforms.
  • Create and operationalize CNO tools and capabilities for embedded targets to support the Trusted Electronics & Effects business unit.
  • Execute assigned technical tasks autonomously and in a timely manner while building a deep understanding of company processes and customer mission requirements.

What you will need (basic qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; in place of a degree, comparable professional experience or a strong portfolio of relevant technical projects and coursework will be considered.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in one of the following fields: embedded software, security tooling, emulation, or CNO development (this may be satisfied through professional roles, significant academic research, or demonstrable project-based experience).
  • Proven experience with a low-level programming language (C, C++, etc.) and a scripting language (Python, Bash, etc.) to develop and automate technical solutions.
  • Ability to work in the Two Six office in Herndon, Virginia, daily.

Nice to have (preferred)

  • Functional understanding of embedded system design (interrupts, MMIO, peripherals, etc.)
  • Experience with system-level programming (memory management, task scheduling, concurrency, etc.)
  • Experience with QEMU or other virtualization.
  • Experience creating custom toolchains and build systems.
  • Experience developing introspection tooling.
  • Basic understanding of computer architecture (instruction sets, virtual memory, etc.)
  • Basic reverse engineering skills.

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.

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