Software Engineer (Secret Clearance Required)

Overview

A leading engineering services provider supporting advanced U.S. Army aviation programs is seeking Software Engineers to join a mission-critical avionics development team. These roles support a next-generation vertical lift aircraft program focused on modernizing military aviation capabilities.

This is a fully on-site role in Owego, NY.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, integrate, and test software for safety- and mission-critical avionics systems

Implement algorithms and features within C/C++ applications

Design, debug, and validate real-time embedded software

Collaborate with cross-functional hardware and systems engineering teams

Support documentation, defect resolution, and performance verification

Assist with certification efforts and compliance to safety standards

Required Qualifications

U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. passport

Active DoD Secret clearance (clearable candidates considered, preference for active clearance)

Residence in New York State

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

2+ years of software engineering experience

Strong proficiency in C++ (C and/or Python a plus)

Experience working in Agile development environments

Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

Avionics, mission systems, or cockpit systems experience

FACE technical standards for reusable software

Software product line development

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), preferably CAMEO

Experience with Git, Docker, command-line scripting, and Wireshark

RTOS experience such as VxWorks

Integration and test of avionics software and operational flight programs

Why Consider This Role

Work on a high-visibility U.S. Army aviation program

Flexible work schedules

Competitive compensation and strong conversion package including benefits, PTO, 401(k), and education assistance

$100,000 - $118,000 a year