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Embedded S/W Engineer

Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Posted: 07/23/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: QXpOazVUbk1BamkwbUxsQ1pkSjNYUT09 Pay Rate: 113.22 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 17060

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Embedded S/W Engineer
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $113.22/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: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance: Active Secret clearance required

  • 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.

  • Shift: Monday through Thursday, 4/10 schedule, 1st shift.

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: 

  • Performs analysis of requirements for embedded software systems.

  • Develops architecture and design for embedded software.

  • Implements embedded software using C and C++ (version 11 or higher).

  • Develops embedded software for real-time systems on Linux and Real-Time Operating Environment.

  • Performs integration and testing of embedded software with hardware.

  • Works with Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) systems for real-time embedded systems.

  • Uses simulation systems for software validation and verification.

  • Applies full software development life cycle experience.

  • Uses Git, Gitlab, and JIRA for version control and project tracking.

  • Supports flight testing of missile subsystem.

Requirements:

  • Active Secret clearance required.

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

  • Proficiency in C and C++ (version 11 or higher).

  • Proficiency in Linux systems and Real-Time Operating Environment.

  • Previous Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) experience working with real-time embedded systems.

  • Experience with simulation systems.

  • Preferred: Ada programming language experience.

  • Preferred: Full software development life cycle experience.

  • Preferred: Experience with Git, Gitlab, and JIRA.

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.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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Meet Your Recruiter

Shannon Cosgray

Shannon Cosgray is a Technical Recruiter with more than six years of staffing experience, including a strong focus on aerospace recruiting. She specializes in Embedded Software & Systems and is skilled at identifying and connecting top engineering talent with opportunities that are both technically and culturally aligned.
 
She is known for building trust through transparency and developing strong candidate relationships that lead to successful placements and positive candidate experiences. Her experience includes recruiting for embedded software engineers, systems engineers, and other highly specialized technical roles across the aerospace and defense industries.
 
A graduate of Purdue University, Shannon brings a results-driven, relationship-focused approach to recruiting, helping ensure both client success and candidate satisfaction.
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