About the Position

SPE “Athlon Avia”, a full-cycle Ukrainian research and production enterprise and an industry leader in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), is seeking a skilled Embedded Systems Engineer to join our engineering team as we scale our R&D capabilities and hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

Core Focus: Development of embedded systems and firmware for unmanned aviation technology.
Key Scope: C/C++ programming, STM32 and AVR microcontrollers, peripheral interface integration, Embedded Linux, and schematic comprehension.

Requirements

Programming Languages: High proficiency in C and C++.
Microcontrollers: Hands-on firmware development experience with STM32 and AVR families.
Peripheral Interfaces: Practical experience working with low-level hardware protocols (GPIO, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN).
Operating Systems: Solid understanding of embedded OS architectures and experience developing for Embedded Linux or similar real-time platforms.
Hardware Literacy: Strong schematic reading comprehension and understanding of basic circuit design principles.
Documentation: Proven ability to author and maintain clear technical engineering documentation.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of the Ada programming language.
Experience with MSP430 and RL78 microcontroller families.
Experience integrating radio modems and wireless communications.
Practical work with Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) and navigation sensors.
Experience with autopilot systems and flight controllers.
Exposure to FPGA development.

Key Technical Competencies

Basic knowledge of Python or scripting languages for rapid prototyping and automated testing.
Practical skills in circuit analysis and schematic drafting.
Version control proficiency using Git.
Advanced knowledge of Embedded Linux environments.

We Offer

Formal Employment & Social Package: Official employment from Day 1 in compliance with Ukrainian labor laws, including paid annual leave, sick leave, and full social contributions.
Competitive Compensation: Transparent salary reviews aligned with market dynamics to ensure fair, competitive pay.
Career Growth & Advancement: Clear opportunities for horizontal and vertical professional development backed by long-term corporate partnership.
Cutting-Edge Tech Environment: Work alongside top aerospace and hardware engineers on high-impact defense technologies.
100% Covered Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage prioritizing employee physical and mental well-being.
100% Covered English Language Classes: Corporate language training to continuously improve or maintain your English proficiency.
Military Reservation (Deferment): Official deferment processing initiated starting from your first day of employment.
Comfortable On-Site Workspace: Well-equipped office space with a dedicated shelter, located within comfortable walking distance from a subway station.

About the Company

SPE “Athlon Avia” is a full-cycle Ukrainian research and production enterprise and an industry leader in unmanned aerial systems (UAS). We are committed to innovation and excellence in the development of cutting-edge technologies for the aerospace industry.

Embedded Systems Engineer

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