Sr. Software Engineer

Job Description

As a Software Engineer - Lead, you will spearhead the development, execution, and testing of customized software within a highly regulated environment. This role requires a profound technical understanding of embedded software, a thorough knowledge of the aerospace development process, and a passion for developing people and teams. You will lead a technical team of engineers in software development and testing, pioneering innovative solutions to solve unique customer challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of software development and test engineers to resource, plan, and execute engineering activities to meet customer requirements.

• Develop embedded, micro-controller software/firmware for avionic systems using C and assembly.

• Manage software development processes in accordance with DO-178B planning, requirements traceability, coding standards, and verification procedures.

• Drive schedules, optimize development activities and resources, and remove obstacles.

• Develop requirements from customer needs, occasionally with minimal technical definition.

• Oversee software development and testing to ensure engineering solutions are of the highest quality and meet organizational goals.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in embedded C, microcontroller, and firmware development.

• Strong skills in software engineering, development, and team leadership.

• Experience with C RTOS, embedded systems, and DO-178 aerospace standards.

• 7-8+ years of software engineering experience, managing engineering projects and teams in a regulated industry.

• Strong testing and debugging skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS or MS in software engineering or a related degree.

• Experience with aircraft systems such as ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, RTCA DO-178/DO-254, MIL-STD-461 / MIL-STD-810 / DO-160.

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Knowledge of DOORS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Capability of handling multiple details simultaneously and easily moving between strategic and tactical work.

Work Environment

This position is located in Eden Prairie, MN and is 100% onsite.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/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 Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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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