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Software Engineer-Systems 4

El Segundo, CA 90245

Posted: 07/29/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: RzFyRUw1aHhhYjl5Vng4bHo3ZWZUQT09 Pay Rate: 103.25 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 17154

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer-Systems 4
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA
PAY RATE: $103.25/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 Security Clearance required to start.

  • 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: 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: 

  • Develops and maintains requirements, architecture, algorithms, interfaces, and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions.

  • Leads software development activities in scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment.

  • Integrates completed software components into a fully functional software system.

  • Supports progress demonstration presentations to customer representatives and program or IPT leadership.

  • Performs day-to-day activities in the areas of Product Owner or Technical Lead, Release Train Engineer or Scrum Master, and Integration and Test Lead.

  • Implements a structured approach to defining and meeting a development and integration schedule alongside a managed cost baseline.

  • Applies software development for space systems and ground segments performing command, control, mission planning, and data processing.

  • Performs full software development lifecycle activities including requirements analysis, design, code, integration, and test.

  • Develops software using Java, C++, or Python programming languages.

  • Implements CI/CD pipelines in GitLab to automate testing, builds, and deployment workflows.

Requirements:

  • Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

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

  • Bachelor’s Degree.

  • 5+ years of experience with software development for space systems and ground segments performing command, control, mission planning, and data processing.

  • 5+ years of experience in the Software Development lifecycle including requirements analysis, design, code, integration, and test.

  • 3+ years of experience leading software development projects.

  • 3+ years of experience with software development using Java, C++, or Python.

  • Experience working in an Agile software development environment and DevOps methodologies.

  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.

  • Preferred: Experience as a Product Owner, Technical Lead, or Integration and Test Lead for government programs.

  • Preferred: Experience with database technologies (SQL or NoSQL), messaging systems such as Kafka and ActiveMQ, data streaming technologies, and containerization tools including Docker and Kubernetes.

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

Debbie Aubert

Bio: Debbie Aubert is a Senior Technical Recruiter with over 15 years of progressive experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry. She specializes in placing top-tier Stress, Structural, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineers across the commercial aviation and defense sectors.
 
She has built extensive networks throughout the aerospace industry, enabling her to identify and secure both cleared and non-cleared talent for complex engineering roles.
 
Debbie is driven by a passion for aerospace and a commitment to helping engineering professionals find opportunities that contribute to meaningful, global advancements.
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