Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Our client is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their team developing real-time missile Operational Flight Programs (OFP). This role involves designing and implementing advanced embedded software solutions for mission-critical systems running on multi-core processors under Linux or real-time operating systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain real-time, object-oriented embedded software in C++ 2025 for missile OFP.
• Implement software solutions on Linux-based multi-core platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware and firmware.
• Support full software development lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, coding, integration, testing, and verification.
• Participate in Agile development processes using GitLab and Bitbucket.
• Ensure compliance with DevSecOps principles, including CI/CD and automated testing.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of embedded real-time software development in C++ 2025 using Linux on multi-core processors.
• 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Inertial navigation, guidance, autopilot, launch sequence and control.
• Gimbal Line-of-Sight (LOS) control or IR seeker image processing.
• 3+ years working with MIL-STD-1553 interface.
• 3+ years of Agile development experience (Scrum, Kanban) with GitLab and Bitbucket.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with FreeRTOS, Yocto, or Linux distributions (e.g., CentOS 7).
• Strong understanding of C++ design patterns for embedded systems.
• Hands-on experience with software/firmware/hardware integration.
• Knowledge of full software lifecycle processes.
• Exposure to DevSecOps tools and practices (CI/CD, automated testing).

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $71.59 - $71.59/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.