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The Principal Embedded Software Engineer designs and implements software for embedded systems, overseeing the development process from concept to production, and ensuring quality and performance in high-stakes projects.

Setup and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes to machine tight-tolerance aerospace and precision parts. Perform tooling, offsets, workholding, prove-outs, inspections, finishing, and maintenance. Interpret blueprints/GD&T, collaborate with engineers/programmers, support prototype and short-run production, and promote continuous improvement and safe shop practices.

Design, build, and iterate electrical prototypes toward a flight-ready TRL-5 system. Perform circuit and PCB design, component selection, testing, debugging, vendor coordination, documentation, and cross-functional integration to support a two-year flight demonstration goal.

Guide security governance and compliance for Space Kinetic, ensuring adherence to NIST 800-171 and CMMC. Oversee documentation, internal assessments, and ongoing monitoring. Transition from build-out phase to ongoing support.