Software Security Engineer - Remote Eligible

Software Security Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Software Security Engineer to join our team, focusing on ensuring compliance with safety-critical standards and enhancing software reliability. This role involves engaging deeply with the verification and validation processes, rather than software development, to maintain the highest safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage safety plans ensuring compliance with DO-178C DAL A standards.
• Oversee software development processes, code hardening, verification, and validation, ensuring adherence to safety and reliability standards.
• Conduct thorough safety assessments, hazard analyses, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for safety plans, processes, and compliance activities.
• Prepare for and support internal and external compliance audits.
• Provide guidance and training on DO-178C standards and safety practices.
• Implement best practices for process improvements in safety and reliability.
• Communicate safety objectives and requirements effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Investigate safety incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years in software development, with at least 5 years focused on safety-critical systems and DO-178C compliance.
• High-level proficiency with C/C++ to understand source code to review requirements.
• Deep understanding of DO-178C standards, particularly for DAL A certification.
• Experience with code analysis, structural coverage analysis, and tool qualification.
• Knowledge of verification and how to test requirements according to DO-178C.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to safety and compliance standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., DO-178C, FAA DER) are highly desirable.
• Proficiency with safety, verification, and code analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Waterfall, Agile, and V-Model software development methodologies.
• Background in the aerospace industry and understanding of regulatory requirements.

Work Environment

This position offers a fully remote work environment within the United States. The role focuses on review, audit, and advisory capacities rather than hands-on software development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position that is 100% remote.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $70.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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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