Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Job Locations

US-NJ-Wharton

Requisition ID

2026-164203

Position Category

Engineering

Clearance

Secret

Responsibilities

With a distinguished heritage tracing back to Bell Labs, Bellcore, and Telcordia, our experts pave the way. Peraton Labs delivers innovative solutions and revolutionary new capabilities to solve the most difficult and complex challenges for government agencies, utilities, and commercial customers. Our research and engineering protects mission-critical systems and a broad range of initiatives in computer network defense, electronic warfare, secure-by-design techniques, and cyber operations and experimentation platforms. Your expertise and areas of interest may be applied on one or more programs, providing you new opportunities to learn and grow.

In this position you will serve as a member of an experienced engineering team responsible for development of next generation artillery system solutions. This position will be part-time at 20 hours per week.

This role supports the design and test of software driven precision targeting systems through:

Algorithm development/prototyping
• Definition of test procedures
• Development of data analysis software tools/functions required for test verification
• Planning for and support of live fire test events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years' experience with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or comparable field of study
• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
• Expert level proficiency in C++
• Experience developing software in a Linux environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior engineers
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to travel as required

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.