Jonathan G. Majors

Embedded Computing Architect | Rugged Embedded Computing | Aerospace & Defense

Translating complex mission requirements into reliable, supportable system solutions.

Jonathan G. Majors, Senior Field Applications Engineer

ABOUT

With more than 30 years of experience in military, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, I help customers navigate complex technology decisions and identify the right combination of hardware, architecture, integration, and lifecycle support for demanding applications.

My career spans field applications engineering, regional sales management, channel development, and technical business development. This combination of engineering and commercial experience gives me a broad perspective on how technical decisions affect program execution, customer outcomes, and long-term system sustainability.

My technical background includes SOSA-aligned OpenVPX, VME, rugged embedded computing, high-performance processing, GPGPU, image processing, networking, RF and data acquisition, and real-time systems.

I work at the intersection of customer requirements, system architecture, engineering, and business objectives—helping translate complex mission needs into practical, supportable solutions.

My approach is straightforward: understand the mission, identify the right technology, and bring the pieces together to support successful integration and long-term program performance.

CURRENT ROLE

Embedded Computing Architect (ECA) | ELMA Electronic

In my role as an Embedded Computer Architect at ELMA Electronic, I work with customers and industry partners to translate demanding aerospace and defense requirements into practical embedded computing architectures and hardware solutions.

My focus is on understanding the complete application—from mission requirements and system interfaces to processing needs, environmental constraints, integration considerations, and long-term support. By aligning customer objectives with appropriate open-standard technologies and modular hardware platforms, I help develop solutions designed to meet both immediate program requirements and evolving lifecycle needs.

Areas of focus include:

  • System Architecture: Helping define embedded computing approaches that align with application requirements, system interfaces, and performance objectives.
  • Open Standards: Supporting architecture discussions involving SOSA-aligned systems, OpenVPX, VME, and other relevant embedded computing standards.
  • Rugged Computing Solutions: Addressing hardware selection and integration considerations for demanding aerospace, defense, and industrial environments.
  • Customer & Engineering Collaboration: Connecting customer requirements with engineering capabilities to identify appropriate, supportable solutions.
  • Lifecycle & Program Success: Considering integration risk, maintainability, scalability, and long-term product support as part of the overall solution.

I bring more than 30 years of experience across applications engineering, technical sales, regional sales management, and channel development to this role.

My objective is to help customers make informed architectural decisions, reduce integration challenges, and identify the right hardware building blocks for mission-critical systems.

The right architecture begins with understanding the mission—and making sure every piece fits the bigger picture.