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Embedded Software Engineer

Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Posted: 01/28/2026 Industry: Defense Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3cycRUOqateUA3VgCk7zC8z8= Pay Rate: $96.20 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 14528

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Embedded Software Engineer
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $96.20/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 (11 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance: Active Secret Clearance at time of submission (mandatory)

  • Shift: 1st Shift, 4/10 Schedule

  • 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. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

  • Seeking an experienced real-time embedded software engineer with strong C/C++ development experience on Linux/RTOS multi-core platforms.

  • This role involves full lifecycle software development, integration with hardware and firmware, and collaboration in agile environments supporting mission-critical defense programs.

Requirements:

  • Active Secret Clearance at time of submission (mandatory)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM field

  • 5+ years of C/C++ embedded real-time object-oriented software development on Linux multi-core processors

  • 5+ years of software/firmware/hardware integration experience

  • 3+ years of TCP/IP protocol and DDS-related software development

  • 3+ years of Python experience

  • 3+ years of full software lifecycle development (requirements, architecture, design, test)

  • 3+ years working in Agile environments using tools like GitLab, Docker, and Bitbucket

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

Desired Skills:

  • Yocto Linux experience

  • Xilinx Zynq UltraScale SoC development

  • RTI DDS middleware programming

  • Containerized development and deployment experience

  • DevSecOps tools (CI/CD, automated testing)

  • Experience as a software or task lead

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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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