Software Engineer

Software Engineer

We are seeking an Intermediate to Software Engineer to support our Ground Solutions and Mission Support Software Integrated Project Team (IPT). This team is responsible for developing and maintaining several mission operational software product lines and creating new capabilities in collaboration with a restricted SCI customer.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a C++ software developer in a fast-paced agile team environment consisting of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) virtual machines, servers, and workstations.
• Design, code, and unit test new software capabilities according to Mathematical Algorithm Requirements (MARs).
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software issues documented in Discrepancy Reports (DRs).
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and staff engineers across multiple software subsystems.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in C++ programming.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Must possess a Top Secret clearance and be eligible to hold a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.

Work Environment

This position is 100% on-site in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) located in Redondo Beach, CA. The work environment is classified, and personal phones are not permitted. Our team is driven by a pioneering and inventive spirit, offering incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally, both today and for generations to come.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/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 Redondo Beach, CA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.