Software Engineer

RELOCATION Assistance to Tucson, AZ

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

This onsite Software Engineer role is based in Tucson and focuses on developing and integrating software for factory test systems that support weapon system production. You will design and implement applications, libraries, and instrument drivers, ensuring that test systems are reliable, maintainable, and production-ready. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will troubleshoot software and test instrumentation issues to maintain high-quality test capabilities throughout the production process.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain object-oriented software applications using C# and/or C++ for factory test systems.

• Create and integrate software libraries and instrument drivers to support automated test equipment and test instrumentation.

• Troubleshoot software issues and diagnose problems with test instrumentation in an engineering environment.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including test, hardware, and production engineers, to define requirements and deliver robust test solutions.

• Support the full software development lifecycle for test systems, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, integration, and maintenance.

• Integrate software with hardware and automated test equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test execution.

• Adapt to process-heavy workflows, following established engineering processes, documentation standards, and configuration management practices.

• Manage multiple priorities and tasks while maintaining high quality and meeting project timelines.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of test software, tools, and processes to enhance production efficiency and reliability.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience developing object-oriented software in C# and/or C++.

• Ability to troubleshoot software issues in a Windows operating system environment.

• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues with test instrumentation in an engineering setting.

• Strong understanding of software development and software engineering principles.

• Experience working with C/C++ in a professional or engineering context.

• Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting the full lifecycle of software development for test systems or production environments.

• Familiarity with automated test equipment and instrument drivers.

• Experience with hardware-software integration in test or production environments.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic engineering environment.

• Comfort working within structured, process-heavy workflows and adhering to established procedures.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite in Tucson and is centered around an engineering and production environment that supports factory test systems for weapon system manufacturing. You will work primarily on Windows-based systems, developing and integrating software with automated test equipment and various test instruments. The environment emphasizes structured processes, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering and production teams. You can expect to work in a lab and factory setting where reliability, precision, and adherence to established engineering practices are critical.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ogden, UT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/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 Ogden,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.