Embedded software engineer

Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob Description

As an Embedded Software Engineer in the U.S. office, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing embedded software for avionics systems and satellite platforms. You will collaborate with the team to develop, integrate, and test portable software modules for on-board data handling and advanced processing, with a focus on code reusability for future missions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for avionics systems.

• Work throughout the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements definition to testing and result reporting.

• Configure and tailor Real-time Operating Systems on on-board computers.

• Participate in the integration and testing of flight software on avionics systems and satellites.

• Identify and support a core set of tools for performance analysis.

• Design and develop tools such as scripts, simulators, and digital twins to ensure high-quality flight software.

• Cooperate with other engineering teams to define system architecture and integrate software with specific hardware components and constraints.

• Support the path-to-production for developed software solutions.

• Maintain software solutions deployed to orbit throughout the satellite lifecycle, supporting flight operations.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in software design and development with C and C++.

• Good familiarity with real-time operating systems and software design techniques in multi-threading applications.

• Knowledge of GIT or other software versioning applications.

• At least 3 years of experience in embedded software development or relevant roles.

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the space or defense industries is a plus.

• Experience with CI/CD tools such as BitBucket, Jenkins, and SonarQube.

• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, and Bash.

• Knowledge of communication interfaces and protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and SpaceWire.

• Understanding of software and hardware development lifecycle, system design, and agile methodologies.

Work Environment

This position requires onsite work in the facility. Employees receive a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a 100% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks of paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melbourne, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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