Software Engineer

Software Engineer

This role involves working on mission-critical aviation communications networks where protocols and high availability are essential components of software development. You will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of product development, starting from customer requirements elicitation, system design, software design, development, unit and integration testing, and finally formal acceptance testing. Your role will include creating software designs and developing code to meet planned schedules, following established CMMI work procedures and adhering to coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, integrate, and document software of high complexity according to CMMI level 3 processes and procedures.
• Participate in the engineering and development of systems and software for the communications system utilized in worldwide aviation communications.
• Perform unit and integration testing to ensure correct functionality.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C and Python.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of AWS and SDLC.
• Database development and SQL expertise.
• STEM degree with 3-4 years of relevant experience in software development, testing, and deployment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in database and networking development.
• Understanding of security principles.
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes.
• Ability to manage deployments and application development.
• Knowledge of communication systems and software design.
• Experience with CMMI standards.

Work Environment

The position requires working onsite four days a week in a collaborative environment. The team is focused on advancing aviation electronics and information management solutions, providing intelligent data service solutions that ensure connectivity and safety.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/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 Annapolis, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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