Software Engineer - DEFENSE

Fort Worth, TX 76120

Posted: 06/24/2025 Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3cyX7M8yaESzuNj9cLtDgAqg= Pay Rate: 95.00-125.00 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 12922

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Fort Worth, TX
PAY RATE: Up to $125/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)

  • 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.

  • Schedule: 4/10-A

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

  • Support real-time embedded avionics software projects for the Fusion team

  • Define, design, develop, and integrate embedded software

  • Design, code, test, and integrate operational flight programs

  • Perform modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and analysis of software issues

  • Contribute to software requirements, design reviews, code reviews, and documentation

  • Correct program errors and prepare operating instructions and technical documentation

  • Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong communication and presentation skills

Requirements

  • Active Secret Clearance (required)

  • 10+ years of hands-on C++ development

  • 5+ years of experience with:

    • Visual Studio

    • Linux

    • Link-16

  • Proficient in C and C++

  • Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) experience (Windows & Linux)

  • Full software development lifecycle experience: design, architecture, integration, and test

  • Agile Software Development knowledge

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Experience working on multidisciplinary teams

  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

  • Experience designing to software requirements

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • U.S. Person as defined by ITAR

 

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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