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Embedded Software Engineer

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site

Mid level$200K raised

About the Role (Melbourne, FL or Huntsville, AL) HEKA is hiring Software Engineers to join our fast-paced, highly collaborative engineering teams working on advanced aerospace, defense, and embedded systems. We are looki…

Skills: C++, C#, Python, Embedded C, RTOS

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Embedded Software Engineer

HEKA

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • Posted 10d ago
  • Apply by Sep 16
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain embedded and systems-level software for aerospace and defense applications. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support rapid prototyping, testing, and mission-critical software stacks.

Requirements

Requires proficiency in C/C++, C#, and Python with a strong understanding of engineering processes. Experience with RTOS, PX4 Autopilot, and U.S. citizenship are highly preferred or required.

Full job description

About the Role (Melbourne, FL or Huntsville, AL)
HEKA is hiring Software Engineers to join our fast-paced, highly collaborative engineering teams working on advanced aerospace, defense, and embedded systems. We are looking for innovative, team-oriented engineers who take initiative, value ownership, and thrive in an environment where impact matters more than titles.

The individual for this role can be based out of areas near Melbourne, Florida or Huntsville, Alabama. 


Core Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded and systems-level software
  • Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers in a tightly integrated development environment
  • Contribute to avionics, control, and mission-critical software stacks
  • Support rapid development cycles, prototyping, testing, and iteration
  • Take ownership of technical decisions and deliverables

Desired Skills & Experience
Required
  • Software development Experience with C/C++, C#, Python
  • Understanding of Engineering Process

Strongly Preferred
  • Embedded C/C++, RTOS, low-level systems
  • Ability to architect software systems
  • Strong software fundamentals and engineering discipline
  • PX4 Autopilot experience

Nice to Have
  • Avionics or aerospace systems experience
  • Control systems, guidance, or GNC exposure
  • Desktop software development
  • Unmanned systems experience

Additional Considerations
  • This role is on-site only and not remote
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen


Location: In office
Country: United States
City or Town/ State: Melbourne, FL or Huntsville, AL
Search Engine Description: UAS, Embedded Software Development, C, C++, Python, Software Engineer, Aerospace, Small Business, Verification and Validation, PX4
 

Related keywords

UASEmbedded Software DevelopmentCC++PythonAerospaceVerification and ValidationPX4RTOSAvionicsGNCControl SystemsUnmanned SystemsDefense SystemsSoftware Architecture

About HEKA

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HEKA accelerates aerospace and defense system design with AI-driven automation and robust avionics.

Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
MELBOURNE, Florida
LinkedIn followers
6,742
Total funding
$200K

HEKA expedites the design and development of Aerospace Flight, Vehicle and Mission Management systems with proprietary automation and artificial intelligence solutions. HEKA technology integrates autonomously generated control software that executes on a robust common HEKA avionics platform. HEKA provides customer focused solutions using an agile & innovative execution methodology to bring state of the art guidance, navigation, control, and communication technology for multiple platform and mission requirements. HEKA’s team and technology provides rapid deployment of validated solutions to market.

Offices: 511 N John Rodes Blvd, Ste 104, MELBOURNE, Florida 32934, US

Embedded SoftwareElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSoftware EngineeringAerospace EngineeringProduct EngineeringAgile Project ManagementAvionicsCADSOLIDWORKS
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About HEKA

LinkedInVisit site

HEKA accelerates aerospace and defense system design with AI-driven automation and robust avionics.

Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2017
Headquarters
MELBOURNE, Florida
LinkedIn followers
6,742
Total funding
$200K

HEKA expedites the design and development of Aerospace Flight, Vehicle and Mission Management systems with proprietary automation and artificial intelligence solutions. HEKA technology integrates autonomously generated control software that executes on a robust common HEKA avionics platform. HEKA provides customer focused solutions using an agile & innovative execution methodology to bring state of the art guidance, navigation, control, and communication technology for multiple platform and mission requirements. HEKA’s team and technology provides rapid deployment of validated solutions to market.

Offices: 511 N John Rodes Blvd, Ste 104, MELBOURNE, Florida 32934, US

Embedded SoftwareElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSoftware EngineeringAerospace EngineeringProduct EngineeringAgile Project ManagementAvionicsCADSOLIDWORKS
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