Staff Systems Software Lead - Embedded C/C++ (Defense)
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman Corp. in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Staff Software Lead for the SLCM-N Tactical Supplier Management Team. You will guide teams to apply best practices, design complex software for safety-critical command and launch systems, and develop in C/C++ on embedded/RT platforms. The role requires DoD experience and active clearance, with HWIL integration and MATLAB/Simulink usage. The position offers relocation support, federal security clearance, and a path to lead multi-disciplinary #J-18808-Ljbffr
- ...Senior Embedded Software EngineerWe're hiring a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to build... ...embedded software/firmware for advanced defense/aerospace systems. You'll work hands-on across the... ...develop embedded software (primarily C/C++) for real-time systemsIntegrate...C++Local areaRelocation
$97 - $102 per hour
...Embedded Software EngineerLocation: Huntsville, AL (Onsite) Type: Contract-to-hire Pay... ...embedded software/firmware for advanced defense/safety-critical systems. You'll work closely with a multi-... ...team, writing high-quality C/C++ code and supporting testing and integration...C++Contract workLocal areaRelocation$118k - $219.1k
...ensuring security and prosperity.Flight Software Systems Integration LeadDefine and implement... ...aerospace/missile systemsProficiency in C/C++ (embedded), Python/MATLAB for scripting and... ...avionics, ground‑station) in a fast‑paced defense environment.Excellent communication...C++Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours- ...Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a senior embedded systems engineer to design, develop, integrate... ...advanced embedded software and hardware systems for... ...operational conditions. Lead technical... ...development experience in C, C++, and related languages...C++Full time
$87.1k - $157.45k
...greatest work is aheadLeidos Defense Sensors, Open Air... ...Electronic Warfare Software Lead to drive the technical... ...and real-time software systems.With locations across... ...platforms, including embedded and distributed systemsGuide... ...roleProficiency in C++ and object-oriented...C++Full timeRelocation$169k - $253.6k
...to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives... ...making it. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Software Engineer / System... ...distributed mission systems. Lead requirements analysis,... ...implementation teams on Java and C++ design patterns, coding...C++RelocationShift work- ...Future today!We are seeking an experienced C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer who will support the Software... ..., continuous integration, and system testing. You’ll utilize Visual Studio,... ...progress on the project to the software lead during the daily Scrum standup. To be successful...C++Full timeStart working today
$77.19 - $91 per hour
...Job Title: Full Stack C/C++ Developer – Aerospace & Defense Systems Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite) Type... ...supporting mission-critical “flight software” and related tools for tactical... ...simulation, mission planning, and embedded/real-time components . This role...C++Contract workWork experience placementLocal area- ...Position Title: Embedded Software Engineer Location: Huntsville... ...rapidly growing aerospace and defense company focused on advancing... ...Awareness and Directed Energy Systems. Our teams work across Hawaii... ...software and firmware in Rust or C/C++ for real-time control...C++Full timeInternshipRemote work
$77 - $82 per hour
...Job Title: Full Stack C/C++ Developer – Aerospace & Defense Systems Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite) Type... ...supporting mission-critical “flight software” and related tools for tactical... ...simulation, mission planning, and embedded/real-time components . This role...C++Contract workLocal areaRelocation$87.1k - $157.45k
Leidos is seeking a Mid-Level Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of mission... ...embedded software and firmware for missile defense systems. The selected candidate will... ...Alabama area.Demonstrate proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.Experience...C++Full timeRelocation- ...Mid-Level Embedded Software EngineerWe are seeking a Mid-Level Embedded Software Engineer to... ...embedded software and firmware for missile defense systems. The selected candidate will... ...preferred.Demonstrate proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.Experience...C++
$107.9k - $195.05k
...your next career challenge?Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services... ...one or more of: MATLAB, Python, C/C++Experience developing algorithms for tracking... ...on SDR, FPGA (VHDL/Verilog), or embedded RF experienceFamiliarity with MOSA...C++Full timeFor contractorsWorldwide$131.3k - $237.35k
The Huntsville Defense Sector Engineering... ...Flight and Mission Software Development Lead to work onsite in... ...tactical strike systems, sensors, computer... ...to low-level embedded solutions to the... ...sizing, skills and staff planning, computer... ...simulations using C, C++, Rust, C#, or...C++Full timeContract workFor subcontractorInterim roleWork at office- ...Embedded Firmware EngineerLocation: Huntsville, AL, US... ...Date: Aug 24, 2026Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular... ...applications in defense and industry. Our products... ...SummaryAn Embedded Software Engineer is required to... ...strong understanding of C/C++ and assembly programming...C++
- ...Title : L3 to L5 Embedded Software Engineer Company: Leidos Type:... ...software and firmware for missile defense systems. The selected candidate... ...integrated solution. Leading and contributing to the design... ...-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development...C++Contract workTemporary workRelocation
- ...Solutions (Nomad GCS) is a leading provider of communication and... ...minute matters. We are seeking Embedded Systems Engineers to help design,... ...where this role is located)o Software EngineeringAn Embedded... ...firmware and control logic using C/C++ for microcontrollers and embedded...C++Temporary workLocal area
- ...Technologies is seeking a FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer to join a diverse... ...laboratory data Work with/lead a small team of embedded developers... ...designs ~ Proficiency in C/C++ in embedded environments ~... ...supplies, oscilloscopes) and software debugging tools ~...C++Full timeFlexible hours
$169k - $253.6k
...opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives... ...history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Software Lead for the SLCM-N Tactical Supplier... ...launch systems. Develop modern C/C++ for embedded and mission applications on general...C++Relocation packageShift work- ...the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers'... ...Title: Specialist, Control Systems Analysis Engineer (... ...propulsion, avionics, software, and test engineers.... ...in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++ for simulation, analysis... ...developing or evaluating embedded or real-time control-related...C++Full timeWork experience placementLocal area
$107.5k - $204.5k
...world. The PCAS department is seeking an embedded software/firmware engineer to support... ...a range of high-performance actuation systems, such as aerodynamic steering, thrust vectoring... ...implement digital control algorithms in C/C++ in conjunction with the Controls and Algorithms...C++Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$77 - $80 per hour
...Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++) Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite) Type: Contract-to-hire Compensation: $7... ...mission-critical embedded software/firmware for defense/aerospace, safety-critical systems. You’ll work onsite with an engineering team to...C++Contract workTemporary workLocal areaRelocation- ...Craig Technologies seeks an Embedded Software / Flight Software Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX or Merritt Island,... ...handling, and autonomous fault recovery. The role emphasizes C/C++ in bare‑metal/RTOS/embedded Linux environments and close collaboration...C++
- ...Verity Integrated Systems in Huntsville is seeking a Lead Missile Flight Software Engineer to own embedded flight software from concept to flight test. You will lead design,... ...teams. The role requires deep experience in C/C++, real-time systems, and hands-on work with...C++
- ...Origin is seeking a Sr. Manager of Software Integration and Test in the Kent, WA... ...and Huntsville, AL area. You will lead a team responsible for software integration... ...automation. A strong background in C/C++, Python, RTOS, and embedded systems is required. The role interfaces...C++
- ...client in Huntsville is building a team of Embedded Software Engineers. You're part of an Agile/... ...team developing software for the air-defense system. You’re picking up stories from the... ...of software engineering experience ~ C++, will consider Java ~ Bachelors Degree...C++Full time
- ...Senior Embedded EngineerPerformance Drone Works (PDW) is building... ...of tactical robotic systems used across defense, national security, and public... ...and overseeing hardware and software development cycles for a variety... ....RequirementsSenior-level C/C++ development experience...C++InternshipWork at officeFlexible hours
- ...A leading aerospace and defense software company seeks a Principal Software Engineer to develop embedded flight software for advanced missile platforms. The role demands expertise in embedded software development with C/C++, as well as prior experience with Linux and Windows...C++Flexible hours
$90k - $120k
Check out this new opportunity!Embedded Software EngineerC++ / RHEL | Missile DefenseFull-... ...Huntsville, AL to support the Ground Missile Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS), a mission-critical component... ...and experience with embedded C++ software development, Red Hat...C++Full timeTemporary work- ...Position Title: Systems Engineer (MBSE/CAMEO) Position Type:... ...seeking a Systems Engineer for a defense development program in... ...tools). Collaborate with embedded software developers to ensure system architectures... ...development experience using C++, Python, or Java....C++Full time
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