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Zoom Technical Services

Contract Embedded Firmware Engineer - US CITIZEN ONLY

Pay: $75–$85/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Endicott, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Firmware Engineer develops the programmable content in electronic hardware devices. Works for a hardware company developing software for each hardware platform. Alters, organizes and models the functionality of software for a variety of industries, including the automotive, health care and consumer electronics industries.

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Job Description

Contract Embedded Firmware Engineer Location:

Endicott, NY Duration:

12 months+ with potential extensions

Employment:

Contract Eligibility:

U.S. Citizens Only —

ITAR Requirements Position Overview:

Our client is seeking multiple Contract Embedded Firmware Engineers to develop rugged, high-performance Ethernet networking equipment used across aerospace and defense applications. The team develops ruggedized Ethernet switches designed for demanding environments, including fighter aircraft, maritime platforms, and underwater systems .

Responsibilities:

Develop embedded firmware using C in Linux and RTOS environments. Perform kernel-level development and low-level software programming. Develop and maintain device drivers and hardware interfaces. Develop software for ARM-based processors . Interface directly with hardware, peripherals, and networking components. Troubleshoot and debug embedded systems at the hardware/software boundary. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers throughout the development lifecycle. Support development of rugged Ethernet switches across multiple defense product lines.

Required Qualifications:

Strong embedded C programming experience. Experience developing in Linux and/or RTOS environments. Experience with device driver development . Experience with kernel-level or low-level embedded development . Experience with ARM processors . Strong understanding of hardware/software interfaces. Ability to work in a fast-paced defense/aerospace development environment. U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations.

Preferred Experience:

Embedded networking or Ethernet switch development. Experience with ruggedized or mission-critical systems. Aerospace, defense, military, or maritime experience. Experience working with networking protocols and hardware interfaces. This is an excellent opportunity for an embedded firmware engineer who enjoys working close to the hardware and wants to build mission-critical networking technology for aerospace and defense platforms.

Pay:

$75.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Due to the nature of this work, US Citizenship is required. Are you a US Citizen?

Work Location:

In person