JOB TITLE: Software Engineer
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $30.00 – 125.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
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Shift: 4/10-A
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Contributes to new development software designed to fly both current platforms and future aircraft.
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Performs requirements generation for embedded software development lifecycle.
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Designs and implements embedded software for vehicle management systems.
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Performs integration and flight test activities for embedded software.
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Develops embedded software for real-time systems using C and C++ programming languages.
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Works with Linux or RTOS and associated development toolchains.
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Performs avionics services including ground station development and mission systems software technologies.
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Integrates software with live assets of varying capability and structure, simulated systems, and laboratory environments including constructive simulations, physical hardware, and system simulations.
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Works in an Agile software development team using tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence.
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Uses Python for scripting and automation in software development processes.
Requirements:
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Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.
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Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
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Experience with C and C++ programming languages for embedded software development.
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Experience with Linux or RTOS and associated development toolchains.
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Experience developing software for embedded real-time systems.
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Experience with Systems Engineering processes including requirements development, use cases, and data flows.
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Experience integrating hardware and software for embedded systems.
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Experience working in an Agile software development team.
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Experience with Agile software tool chains including Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence.
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Experience with Python programming language.
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Experience with networking protocols including IP, UDP, and RTP.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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