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Link 16 Embedded Software Engineer 3
- Location: San Diego, California 92128
- Employment type: C2C
- Work model: On-site
- Posted 3 days ago
- Job ID: JPC - 211445
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Job Description
Link 16 Embedded Software Engineer 3
San Diego, CA | Onsite | Active DoD Secret Clearance Required
About the Role
Join Indotronix as a Link 16 Embedded Software Engineer 3 and play a pivotal role in developing advanced Tactical Datalink and Link-16 software for mission-critical defense systems. You will work onsite alongside multidisciplinary teams in San Diego, collaborating in an Agile environment to architect, develop, and test embedded, real-time solutions that directly impact national security. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in embedded systems while contributing to high-impact projects.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded and real-time software focused on Link-16 and Tactical Datalink code bases.
- Analyze system capabilities and resolve technical challenges related to program intent, data acquisition, and programming controls.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test teams.
- Apply formal software lifecycle processes, from requirements analysis to testing and deployment.
- Integrate and debug low-level firmware and multi-threaded embedded applications.
- Conduct static analysis, unit testing, and troubleshooting of Link 16 waveforms in embedded environments.
- Utilize lab equipment, including Tactical Datalink radios/terminals, for hands-on validation.
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's in Computer Engineering or other STEM discipline with 5+ years' experience (or Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with 1+ year).
- Proficient in C/C++ and Object Oriented Programming.
- Real-time, multi-threaded embedded software development and debugging expertise.
- Experience integrating firmware/software in complex systems.
- Familiar with Static Analysis, Unit Testing, Jira, Bitbucket, Git, and Agile software development.
- Hands-on with Tactical Datalink radios; knowledge of Link 16/TACAN waveform standards.
- Familiar with CORBA, SCA, and Software Defined Radios.
- Active U.S. Government Secret clearance; full-time onsite availability in San Diego.
Preferred Skills
- Avionics Operating System
- Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale+, VERSAL)
- Yocto/Petalinux
- Communication Protocols: I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet
- TCP/IP, network configurations
- Cryptographic software libraries
- Rust programming
- Xilinx tools (Vitis, Vivado)
- HAIPE, OTNK, IKE familiarity
- Linux kernel driver development/modification
- Assembly language, bare metal embedded device drivers
- PowerPC architectures, IBM tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, Clearcase)
- Green Hills AdaMulti, MIL-STD-6016
- Active Top Secret/SAP clearance
- Networked Information Solutions program experience
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- 9x80 work schedule for improved work-life balance
- Access to advanced technology and hands-on lab environments
- Significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement in high-impact defense programs
How to Apply
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 211445
Location San Diego, California, United States
Work Model On-site
Employment Type C2C
Experience 5-8 years
Industry Defense - Aerospace
Pay Rate $88.71 (Hourly)
Posted October 16, 2026
Skills link 16 Software Defined Radios (SDR's) TACAN Tactical Datalink radios C/C++ Object Oriented Programming OOP
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