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Software Engineer - Embedded (Level 5)
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Software Engineer – Embedded (Level 5)
LOCATION: Kent, WA
PAY RATE: $115/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier clients.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense)
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Lead code development for highly embedded systems
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Drive the development of broad, open-architecture solutions
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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to rapidly prototype hardware solutions
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Develop code and ensure proper execution on target processors
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Independently execute assigned scope and deliverables
Requirements:
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Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense)
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Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field required
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5+ years of embedded programming experience with C, C++, Linux, and/or PetaLinux
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Strong experience with hardware-software integration
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Advanced proficiency in Embedded C++ (primary skill)
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Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with aerospace and/or electrical systems
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Familiarity with CMake
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Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
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!
Meet Your Recruiter
Gus Sanchez
Gus Sanchez is a Staffing Program Director with over 15 years of progressive Aerospace & Defense industry experience. Serving as a liaison and strategic partner to our Aerospace Engineering client portfolio, he demonstrates a results-driven approach to leading and fulfilling complex staffing initiatives.
Gus is a recruiting strategist who is privy to new industry technology, technical roles, market value, trends, and industry demand. Gus has a proven track record of delivering engineering staffing solutions that improve our client’s efficiency and productivity.
Gus holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a United States Coast Guard veteran.