Software Engineer - Embedded (Level 5)

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer Embedded (Level 5)



LOCATION: Kent, WA



PAY RATE: $115/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier clients.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Lead code development for highly embedded systems

• Drive the development of broad, open-architecture solutions

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to rapidly prototype hardware solutions

• Develop code and ensure proper execution on target processors

• Independently execute assigned scope and deliverables

Requirements:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense)

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field required

• 5+ years of embedded programming experience with C, C++, Linux, and/or PetaLinux

• Strong experience with hardware-software integration

• Advanced proficiency in Embedded C++ (primary skill)

• Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aerospace and/or electrical systems

• Familiarity with CMake

• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

Take your career to new heights-apply today!

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