Embedded Software Engineer

Carson, CA, US • Posted 13 hours ago • Updated 13 hours ago
Contract Corp To Corp
Contract W2
6 Months
Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Skills

  • Aerospace
  • DO-178
  • C++

Summary

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer
 
Location:  Carson, CA - onsite
Duration: 6+ Months
 
only on w2
 
Job Description:
 
Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • Master’s degree preferred. 
Experience
  • 5+ years of software engineering or related experience. 
  • 7+ years of embedded software development experience in a configuration-controlled environment preferred.
  • Strong aerospace industry experience required. 
  • Experience with RTCA DO-178B or DO-178C standards is mandatory. 
  • Experience with embedded applications, power electronics, and communication systems preferred.
Technical Skills
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming. 
  • Experience with embedded software and firmware systems, microcontrollers, sensors, and human-machine interfaces.
  • Experience with software testing, validation, debugging, and lab integration activities.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, VB Script, LabVIEW, and Perl.
  • Knowledge of analog/digital electronics, control systems, and electro-mechanical systems.
  • Experience with test equipment development and root cause analysis. 
  • Knowledge of industry standards including: 
    • RTCA DO-178B / DO-178C 
    • MIL-STD-810 
Additional Skills
  • Strong communication and organizational skills. 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail. 
  • Proven problem-solving and leadership capabilities. 
  • Experience with aerospace processes, change control, configuration management, and flight safety requirements.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, safety rules, manuals, and technical documentation.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 
Top 3 Must-Have Skills
  1. Aerospace experience with RTCA DO-178B or DO-178C 
  2. Embedded software development experience 
  3. Software testing and validation experience 
Preferred Background
  • Experience working in aerospace or military contract environments. 
  • Exposure to V&V processes and documentation-heavy development environments. 
  • Experience with lab tools and software testing frameworks. 
  • Background in power electronics and embedded communication systems. 
Interview/Intake Notes
  • Aerospace experience is critical and non-negotiable. 
  • Candidates with DO-178C experience may be considered even with fewer years of experience if exposure is strong.
  • Strong preference for candidates with hands-on testing and lab validation experience.
  • Technologies/tools commonly used include Python, Perl, and LabVIEW. 
  • Local candidates are preferred due to hiring challenges. 
  • Candidates should be process-oriented with strong documentation and configuration management experience.
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  • Dice Id: 10113037
  • Position Id: 617-14401-
  • Posted 13 hours ago
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