Software Engineer I
Department: Engineering
Reports to Title: Software Engineering Manager
Palomar Products
Palomar Products is a wholly owned subsidiary of TransDigm Group specializing in secure communication. Founded in 1970 and located in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, Palomar Products is a global leader in highly reliable secure intercommunication systems for airborne and naval military applications. This includes switching and crew-position units for airborne, shipboard, unmanned, and ground applications for multi-mission platforms. Our systems operate in over 250 unique aircrafts and 9 classes of naval warships around the globe.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will design, develop, test, and integrate embedded software for Palomar’s Intercommunication System. This role supports the development of our multi-level Secure Intercommunication System products—real-time, embedded solutions deployed on a wide range of military air, land, and sea platforms in support of secure mission-critical communications.
Primary Responsibilities
Software Development & Integration
- Design, develop, test, and debug embedded software of low to medium complexity
- Integrate software with hardware platforms and support verification and validation activities
- Ensure software behavior meets defined requirements and functional expectations
Collaboration & Support
- Work with systems, hardware, and test engineers to meet project objectives
- Support system integration, testing, deployment, and updates for embedded software products
- Participate in test planning, test execution, and software certification processes
- Coordinate and participate in identifying, tracking, and resolving software issues
Tools, Documentation & Standards
- Document technical designs, implementation details, and test procedures
- Use standard development tools for version control, debugging, and simulation
- Follow defined software processes, engineering standards, and company policies
- Adhere to Palomar’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
Technical Competency
- Apply working knowledge of C and/or C++
- Understand RTOS concepts and embedded communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet)
- Manage tasks to meet deadlines and contribute to team deliverables
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, within and across engineering teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- 0–2 years of experience as a Software Engineer or Embedded Software Engineer
- Relies on established guidelines and direction to perform job functions
- Works under general supervision and typically collaborates with more senior engineers
- Works on problems of limited scope and complexity using known techniques and examples
- Demonstrates initiative, attention to detail, and willingness to learn embedded systems
- Comfortable using software development tools such as debuggers, version control, and IDEs
- Familiarity with real-time or hardware-facing programming concepts
- Effective communicator with strong organizational and documentation skills
- Experience with military systems or software certification standards is a plus
Work Environment
Work is performed near a production environment. The role may occasionally require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling moderately heavy objects or materials (typically between 5 and 50 pounds). Essential job functions require the physical ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, kneel, and, when necessary, use appropriate safety or protective equipment. Occasional travel may be required, not to exceed 15%. Travel conditions will be discussed with the employee in advance to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided, if needed.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $115,000
*Due to export control laws and government contract obligations, must be a US Citizen.*
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 0-2 years of experience as a Software Engineer or Embedded Software Engineer
- Working knowledge of C and/or C++
- Understanding of RTOS concepts and embedded communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet
- Familiarity with real-time or hardware-facing programming concepts
- Comfort using software development tools such as debuggers, version control, and IDEs
- Effective verbal and written communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to work under general supervision, manage tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate with engineering teams
- U.S. citizenship due to export control laws and government contract obligations
- Experience with military systems or software certification standards
- Ability to perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, and handling materials weighing approximately 5-50 pounds
What We Do
Founded in 1970 and located in Santa Margarita, CA, Palomar Products is a global leader in highly reliable secure intercommunications systems for airborne and naval military applications. This includes switching and crew-position units for airborne, shipboard, unmanned, and ground applications for multi-mission platforms. Our systems operate in over 250 unique aircraft and 9 classes of naval warships around the globe. We are a AS9100 and ISO9001 certified facility and operate a FAA Part 145 repair station on site. Palomar is a trusted name in providing secure and reliable communications to the world’s armed forces.
