Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of embedded firmware for inflight entertainment (IFE) audio systems and peripherals on commercial aircraft.

This role is highly hands-on and will focus on low-level embedded development, real-time system behavior, and integration with audio, control, and communication interfaces. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in embedded C/C++, microcontroller-based systems, and hardware bring-up.

You will work closely with electrical, acoustic, and mechanical teams. You will also interface with external manufacturing partners, to develop robust, production-ready firmware from concept through deployment.

Location

Pune, India – Occasional travel may be required.

Summary of Role Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems
Develop IC drivers and HAL API for low-level interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, etc.)
Implement real-time control and communication systems
Support audio-related firmware features including codec interfacing, DSP integration, and control logic
Bring up new hardware platforms and support board-level debugging
Work closely with hardware teams to validate schematics, PCB layouts, and system architecture
Develop and maintain firmware architecture, documentation, and coding standards
Debug and resolve system-level issues across hardware and firmware boundaries
Develop test tools and scripts to support validation and production testing
Support integration with higher-level systems and external interfaces
Work closely with local contract manufacturers to support firmware bring-up during builds, assist with production test integration, and ensure smooth transition to manufacturing
Provide ongoing support to manufacturing to troubleshoot firmware-related production issues and improve reliability and yield
Generate technical documentation including requirements, specifications, and test reports
Support qualification documentation and testing including environmental and EMI/EMC testing
Undertake code reviews for merges, updates, fixes developed by other team members
Manage source control, artifact versioning and configuration of both in-development and production firmware
Work with technical staff from third-party vendors to develop drivers, test SDKs, and implement APIs for ICs

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Minimum five (5) years of relevant industry experience
Strong experience in embedded C/C++ development
Experience working with microcontrollers (e.g., STM32 or similar)
Experience with hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, ADC, etc.)
Experience with debugging tools (JTAG/SWD, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
Familiarity with real-time systems and embedded architectures
Ability to read schematics and work closely with hardware teams
Ability to do basic electronics calculations (work with voltages, currents and basic electronic components)
Hands-on, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with internal teams and external manufacturing partners

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with audio systems, codecs, and digital audio interfaces (I2S, PDM, TDM)
Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development
Experience with USB , ethernet or other communication systems in an embedded context
Experience with bootloaders, firmware update mechanisms, and version control
Familiarity with Python or scripting for test and automation
Experience with DSP concepts or integration with audio processing pipelines
Knowledge of aerospace standards such as DO-254, DO-178, or DO-160
Experience with EMI/EMC and environmental testing
Product development experience from concept through production

Educational Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the workday. Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). Must be able to communicate with other intra-company personnel. May be exposed to manufacturing conditions. Must hold drivers license.

Interested applicants should contact Human Resources.