Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer - SDAJob Description
Join our dynamic team as an Embedded Software Engineer, where you will design, develop, document, test, and debug software applications and systems using logical and mathematical solutions. You will be responsible for conducting software migration and enhancements for Payload Flight software systems, ensuring full functionality throughout all integration and testing phases. Additionally, you will perform data analysis and develop processing tools to optimize software performance and compatibility, while ensuring compliance with established software standards and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and document software applications and systems.
Test and debug applications to ensure full functionality.
Conduct software migration and enhancements for Payload Flight software systems.
Perform data analysis to optimize software performance.
Develop processing tools for software compatibility.
Ensure compliance with software standards and industry best practices.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field with 5+ years of software development experience, OR Master's degree in STEM with 4+ years of experience, OR Ph.D. with 2+ years of experience.
Strong proficiency in C or C++ programming.
Experience with Linux in a real-time Operating Systems (RTOS).
Prior experience with embedded software systems development, integration, and testing.
Must hold a Top Secret Clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Flight test experience.
Experience with VxWorks.
Familiarity with flight software for satellite systems.
Experience executing in an RTOS environment (e.g., FreeRTOS, RT-Linux, GH Integrity).
Active DoD Top Secret clearance at the time of starting.
Work Environment
This role is situated in a collaborative, closed/scif environment, where you will contribute to mission-critical flight software for US security. The position requires a high level of independence and the ability to excel within a lean team environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $61.00 - $100.00/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 Redondo Beach,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 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 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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