JOB TITLE: Software Engineer 4 (Developer)
LOCATION: Oklahoma City, OK
PAY RATE: $76.50/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: 6 months to 1 year contract
Clearance: Ability to obtain a security clearance
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.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Design, develop, test, and maintain safety-critical embedded software
Translate customer and system requirements into scalable software architectures and detailed designs
Implement and optimize software components and algorithms for performance and integration
Create and maintain technical documentation (requirements traceability, design docs, test plans, release notes)
Lead verification and validation (V&V) activities (unit, integration, system, regression)
Produce certification evidence and safety artifacts
Troubleshoot and resolve defects, system issues, and field problems
Support technical inquiries and user feedback, driving continuous improvements
Evaluate and adopt new technologies, tools, and regulatory updates
Establish and improve development processes, toolchains, and KPIs
Lead or support R&D efforts and feasibility studies
Perform project management activities (schedule, risk, resource planning)
Manage suppliers and partners, ensuring compliance with technical and program requirements
Requirements:
Ability to obtain a security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 9+ years of experience, or equivalent (Master’s +7 years, PhD +4 years; ABET preferred)
Strong experience in embedded and safety-critical software development
Expertise in software architecture, system design, and lifecycle management
Experience developing Mission Systems software architecture
Proficiency in MBSE, UML, and SysML
Ability to translate requirements into scalable architecture patterns
Experience with verification, validation, and certification processes
Experience with legacy systems, reverse engineering, and refactoring
Knowledge of product line development / software architecture
Strong problem-solving and system optimization skills
Proven ability to lead and collaborate across cross-functional teams
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.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
