Software Engineer - G01516

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer



LOCATION: Torrance, CA



PAY RATE: $50-60/hour

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

Job Details:

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

• 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.

• Shift: 1st shift, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote depending on project).

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

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

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

Summary:

• Designs and implements data acquisition and control systems (DACS) for aerospace hardware test stands and test facilities.

• Develops software for data collection and control in various test environments.

• Integrates test instruments into control systems including power analyzers, power supplies, pressure scanners, temperature scanners, flow meters, pressure transmitters, and actuators.

• Programs PLCs with emphasis on Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff PLCs.

• Develops software with LabVIEW or equivalent programming environments.

• Designs and implements networking solutions for real-time data sharing and communication between multiple controllers.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

• Develops and executes test plans to validate system functionality and compliance with requirements.

• Troubleshoots and resolves software or hardware issues during development and deployment.

• Reverse-engineers existing software on legacy systems to rebuild solutions using current-generation software and hardware.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software development with a focus on data acquisition and test or process control systems.

• Experience in PLC programming with emphasis on Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff PLCs.

• Strong programming skills in LabVIEW or equivalent.

• Experience integrating test instruments into control systems such as power analyzers, power supplies, pressure scanners, temperature scanners, flow meters, pressure transmitters, and actuators.

• Understanding of networking concepts and experience in data sharing protocols for multiple real-time controllers.

• Ability to prototype and run tests including experimental setup, hardware configuration, and software implementation.

• Preferred: Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, Python, or LabWindows/CVI.

• Preferred: Familiarity with NI SystemLink, TestStand, or VeriStand, version control tools (Bitbucket, Git, SVN), and requirements tracking systems.

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.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

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

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