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Destinus

Embedded Flight Control Software Engineer

Destinus
Switzerland · Full-time · Entry

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. You will play a crucial role in the further development of our embedded software that powers complex aircraft guidance systems, as well as power and system management. Our platform ranges from simple STM32 microcontrollers with I/O and common communication protocols, to more complex Zynq UltraScale systems with PCIe, USB, and gigabit Ethernet interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design software, implement it along with the required test cases to provide a solid foundation for the higher-level control functions, GNC software functions, state-machine for autonomous flight, security functions
  • Support the hardware design team with board bring-up and debugging of subsystems not working on newly designed boards
  • Maintain and streamline a flight-proven state of the art Flight Computer and Ground Control System for a wide and ever expanding range of airframes
  • Define the roadmap for implementation, plan sprints, and execute the plan accordingly
  • Develop test plans, take part in test facility specification and testing, perform hardware testing and analyze test results
  • Track and service problem reports from the field and make sure known bugs get solved throughout the fleet
  • Support design reviews, provide guidance for the implementation of new software stacks


Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
  • At least 5 years of experience.
  • Experience as a lead is a strong plus.
  • Pragmatic, entrepreneurial mindset with a can-do attitude
  • Focus on clean, easy to read, well documented, safety critical "safe" code
  • Knowledge of embedded Linux and associated build environments and tools
  • Troubleshooting embedded systems, scoping, soldering, crimping and assembling wire harnesses for testing
  • Programming languages (min) - C, C++, shell scripting, Verilog or VHDL
  • Experience with CAN, Serial, TCP/IP communications
  • Programming I2C, SPI, one wire and similar with ease
  • Familiarity with platforms like STM32 and Zynq 7000 or UltraScale, and soft cores
  • Experience with electrical or avionics integration and testing
  • Experience in FGPA, CPLD would be a plus
  • Experience in UAV domain would be a plus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, crucial for algorithm development and data analysis
  • Good communication skills, enabling effective collaboration
  • Languages - English mandatory, French, Spanish or Russian a plus

Destinus is an equal-opportunity employer - we value diversity in our companies and teams. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

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Posted
Jun 10, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Entry
Location
Payerne
Company
Destinus

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Categories

Engineering

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