Embedded Software Engineer 3
About the role
Embedded Software Engineer 3 | C++ | VxWorks | Secret Clearance
On-Site | Rolling Meadows, IL
Full-Time Contract | 9/80 Schedule
US Citizenship Required
Active Secret Clearance Required
The Role
We’re looking for an Embedded Software Engineer 3 to support an RF Software team working on advanced defense systems.
This is a hands-on embedded software role focused on developing, testing, debugging, and integrating software directly onto target hardware.
What You’ll Do
Develop embedded software in C++11
Work with object-oriented programming
Test, debug, and integrate software on target hardware
Develop software for real-time operating systems
Support software through the full development lifecycle
Work closely with systems, hardware, and other engineering teams
Apply software development standards, processes, and tools
Contribute to defense and aerospace applications
What You Need
STEM degree
Experience with C++11 and object-oriented programming
Experience testing and debugging embedded software on target hardware
Experience with real-time operating systems
Active Secret Clearance
U.S. Citizenship
Strong Plus
VxWorks experience
Python, Batch, or other scripting experience
Agile software development experience
BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills
If interested, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Develop embedded software in C++11
- Work with object-oriented programming
- Test, debug, and integrate software on target hardware
- Develop software for real-time operating systems
- Support software through the full development lifecycle
- Work closely with systems, hardware, and other engineering teams
- Apply software development standards, processes, and tools
- Contribute to defense and aerospace applications
Qualifications
- STEM degree
- Experience with C++11 and object-oriented programming
- Experience testing and debugging embedded software on target hardware
- Experience with real-time operating systems
- Active Secret Clearance
- U.S. Citizenship
Skills mentioned
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