Job Description

Security Clearance: Secret

Location: Crane, IN

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $120,000 - $150,000.

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Amatriot is currently looking for a mid-level Computer Engineer to join our team supporting Office of Naval Research (ONR) for the Department of Defense. Join our passionate team of industry-leading individuals on a program that leverages the best practices in Systems Engineering and Rapid Prototyping to integrate and deliver state-of-the-art capability in support of our nation’s warfighters.

Key Responsibilities:

For this Computer Engineer position, you will be responsible for conducting research, developing new engineering solutions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to bring cutting-edge technologies to life.

You will:

• Design, develop, and test firmware and embedded C software for microcontrollers (e.g., RP2040 architectures) and single-board computers. Implement communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet) to reliably interface with sensors and custom hardware.
• Develop and integrate software for autonomy, control algorithms, and edge computing on robotics platforms. Utilize frameworks like ROS (Robot Operating System) to integrate custom code with COTS/GOTS hardware to support fast-paced project requirements.
• Perform hands-on benchtop debugging, code flashing, and software-to-hardware integration alongside electrical and mechanical engineers to build functional prototypes.
• Ensure that a level 2 Technical Data Package (TDP) is prepared and delivered for assigned projects that reach the prototype or low-rate production stages of development. The contractor shall assist in the development of the TDP.
• Create and maintain basic briefs for various prototype devices and prepare and deliver Installation Plans and drawings, as well as Test Plans for functional, performance, and environmental testing of prototypes.
• Validate hardware integration performance using approved industry and site-specific construction codes and policies.
• Travel to various Continental United States (CONUS) locations to support live test events and operational evaluations. Provide essential on-site technical support, real-time troubleshooting, and data collection for prototype systems under test.
• Interact with and coordinate prototype and low-rate installation and/or production with external parties tasked with producing units for assigned projects.
• Provide routine status updates and communicate urgent matters involving production issues to management and other stakeholders in a timely manner via phone, email, or other normal communication methods.
• Purchase material for the government as needed to support prototype and low-rate production for assigned projects.

Qualifications:

• A-BET accredited Bachelor’s Degree in computer engineering field or similar engineering discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a position requiring engineering expertise
• Eligibility for a SECRET clearance.
• Proficiency in CAD software and knowledge of simulation and analysis tools
• Robotics experience
• Experience with microcontrollers
• Experience prepping TDPs
• Understanding of simulation and analysis tools
• Excellent technical writing and data presentation skills
• Track record of complex problem-solving aptitude
• Ability to think analytically and independently
• Team orientated
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in written form
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5-10 years Computer Engineering experience or other related technical field
• Existing experience producing civil systems and/or prototypes for projects on IAC MAC task orders
• Experience in a civil engineering position working with IAC MAC customers
• Experience in DoD customer relations and civil engineering