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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

Littleton, CO 80121

Posted: 08/28/2026 Job Number: T3JUak9iMVkxQmwxdWl6M29yS2ZpZz09 Pay Rate: 90.00 USD Job Code: JPC - 17420

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Sr. Embedded Software Engineer
LOCATION: Littleton, CO
PAY RATE: $90.00/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 (Long Term)

  • 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 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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: 

  • Builds and ships high-reliability embedded systems using embedded Linux.

  • Applies complete Software Development Life Cycle in a regulated software environment (Military, Healthcare, Space, etc.).

  • Uses common tools including git, make, cmake, and JIRA for software development and project tracking.

  • Works with operating systems fundamentals including schedulers, network stack, file system, and memory management.

  • Designs SoC and SoM systems for hardware interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Serial, and Ethernet.

  • Implements various data integrity checks and mitigation methods for operations in harsh environments.

  • Programs in C and C++ for embedded software applications.

  • Leads software projects from requirements through verification and validation.

  • Works with RTOS and embedded Linux device drivers and bootloaders.

  • Applies Agile methods for software development.

Requirements:

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

  • BS or MS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, or related field.

  • 10+ years of experience building and shipping high-reliability embedded systems using embedded Linux.

  • Proficiency in C and C++ programming languages.

  • Familiarity with git, make, cmake, and JIRA.

  • Experience with operating systems fundamentals including schedulers, network stack, file system, and memory management.

  • Experience with SoC and SoM system design for hardware interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Serial, and Ethernet.

  • US Citizenship required.

  • Preferred: Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux device drivers and bootloaders.

  • Preferred: Experience with Python, image processing for camera-based sensor applications, YOCTO environment, and Doxygen documentation generation.

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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