Embedded Software Engineer 3

Engineering

Embedded Software Engineer 3 Chandler, AZ Posted: 10/6/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

225474

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

7

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer 3, in Chandler, AZ. Job ID#225474

Job Description:

As a Software Engineer working for Launch Systems, you will play a pivotal role in performing software development for one of our many programs. This position will serve on-site at Launch Vehicles in Chandler, AZ.

Responsibilities:

· Supports requirements development, architecture development, detailed design, code & unit test, and integration & test of real time computer embedded software

· Ensures software standards are met.

· Work in a collaborative multi-discipline team environment

Basic Qualifications for Software Engineer - Embedded:

· Bachelor of Science/Engineering degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems, or related degree

· Object Oriented (OO) Software development experience in C/C++on Linux environment

· Experience in embedded real-time software development, debug and test

· Experience with real time operating systems (RTOS) environments including VxWorks, Integrity, LynxOS, Yocto Linux, or other equivalent RTOS

· Experience with full software development lifecycle

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Active DoD Secret security clearance investigated within the last 5 years

· Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

· This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications for Software Engineer – Embedded:

· Experience with PowerPC, ARM, and/or RISC-V architectures

· Experience in design, integration and testing with real time computer in loop and hardware in loop test laboratories

· Experience in developing interfaces to support weapon system integration efforts

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled