Embedded Software Engineer II, Actuation Systems

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Embedded Software Engineer II at Raytheon developing high-performance actuation systems software. Collaborating across technical teams to create precision control solutions in missile systems.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeTucson • Alabama, Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,900 - $131,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C/C++ development for embedded hardware platforms, along with proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model development and data analysis. Strong collaboration skills with technical teams and hands-on experience in firmware integration and verification testing are essential.

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C/C++ DevelopmentMATLAB/Simulink ProficiencyFirmware IntegrationGIT Configuration ManagementElectrical Schematic Reading

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Hard Skills

C/C++ DevelopmentMATLAB/SimulinkFirmware IntegrationEmbedded Hardware PlatformsTest Software DocumentationData AnalysisActuation Communication BussesPosition SensorsElectronic ControllersPower Amplifiers

Soft Skills

CollaborationDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

GITSubversionTest Equipment

Industry Keywords

STEM DegreeElectromechanical ActuatorsUART ProtocolSPI ProtocolI2C Protocol

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Subversion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

apply sound engineering practices to address technical problems while collaborating with technical teams including electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, control systems engineering, test engineering, systems safety engineering, and others.
Hands-on opportunity with firmware integration and verification testing in a laboratory environment is plentiful, thus enabling firsthand knowledge of system function and performance.
The position will rely on fundamental understanding of C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, and working with electrical and mechanical hardware.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM)
a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience
Experience with documenting work; extensively commenting code, or test benches and/or test software.
Fundamentals with C/C++ development on embedded hardware platforms
Use of software/firmware configuration management tools such as GIT, Subversion or similar
Basic proficiency with model development and data analysis in MATLAB/Simulink
Knowledge of actuation communication busses; electromechanical actuators (using gears, ballscrews, leadscrews etc); position sensors; electronic controllers and power amplifiers; test equipment
Familiarity with UART, SPI, and I2C protocols
Ability to read an electrical schematic

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k) match
flexible spending accounts
flexible work schedules
employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
parental leave
paid time off
holidays