Flight Software Engineer

Description Seeking a hands-on embedded software engineer with experience developing, testing, and deploying real-time flight software for aerospace or defense systems. This person must be a strong individual contributor capable of taking ownership of major software components and leading small efforts. Skills c/c++, embedded development, rtos, real-time operating system, real time systems, full life cycle development, real time embedded systems, mil stds Top Skills Details c/c++,embedded development,rtos,real-time operating system,real time systems,full life cycle development Additional Skills & Qualifications u2022 C and C++ required for embedded development (hard requirement; coding test required). u2022 Python for scripting and tooling (nice-to-have). u2022 Experience programming with RS-232, RS-422, or MIL-STD-1553 comm protocols. On-site Expectation: Must be local and able to commute to Mojave frequently (~75% on-site). No fully remote candidates u2014 travel is not covered. u2022 Understanding of real-time embedded systems and computer-to-computer comms. u2022 Experience across the full software lifecycle (requirements integration flight). u2022 Software that has flown strongly preferred. u2022 Experience with RTOS environments is a plus. Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mojave, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr. 401k matchingFlexible work environmentMedical benefitsPaid Parental Leave PTO Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mojave,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ( ) for other accommodation options.

Created: 2025-11-10