Senior Software Engineer

Terma Group
Warner Robins, Georgia, United States · Atlanta, Georgia, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 14, 2026

About the role

Terma Inc (TUS), the US subsidiary of Denmark based Terma A/S, is searching for a highly qualified Senior Software Engineer to join our team of exceptionally dedicated professionals in an exciting and rewarding fast paced highly successful company. Leveraging the outstanding Terma reputation and our strong relationship with the US DoD, Homeland Security and large Prime Contractors for more than three decades, Terma has developed a significant presence in the U.S. as provider of mission critical solutions for aerospace, defense and security sectors. We are known as an independent, agile, and fast responding partner for mission customized solutions. For further information, please visit

Location: Warner Robins, GA or Atlanta, GA

The Challenge:

Requirements

The Senior Software Engineer will participate in complete embedded software development and Windows Mission Support Tool lifecycles. In addition to design, code development, and test, the Senior Software Engineer will ensure that requirements are correctly interpreted through participation in:

Architecture and requirements reviews

Peer reviews of work products derived from requirements specifications

Job Duties:

Design, develop, test and debug system software

Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems, throughout lifecycle from requirements to deployment

Design and implement MS Windows desktop software from requirements to deployment

Review code and design

Estimate software development tasks and resource requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or Engineering and 15 years’ work experience in Software Engineering OR equivalent experience

Required Skills and Experience:

US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) Security Clearance

Proven experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multi-tasking real-time operating systems (e.g. VxWorks, Green Hills)

Proficient in C, C++

Knowledge of IBM Rational-DOORS

Knowledge of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces and hardware subsystems

Experience developing software requirement specifications and software documentation

Strong oral and written communication skills

Willingness to travel 10% CONUS and OCONUS

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of EW Self-Protection Systems (e.g. RWR, LWS, MWS) and performance

Systems or networking programming experience

Familiarity with C#, Python, and WinForms

Experience with development and execution of verification and validation procedures

Basic understanding of Software Security

Knowledge of DO-178C

Experience with development of avionics software

Terma Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test and debug system software
  • Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems
  • Design and implement MS Windows desktop software
  • Review code and design
  • Estimate software development tasks and resource requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or Engineering
  • 15 years’ work experience in Software Engineering or equivalent experience
  • US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance
  • Proven experience in embedded systems design
  • Proficient in C, C++
  • Knowledge of IBM Rational-DOORS
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Skills mentioned

Embedded SystemsEmbedded Software DevelopmentReal-Time Operating SystemsCC++C#PythonSystems EngineeringTCP/IPSoftware Testing

About Terma Group

Defense is a silent shield in an unpredictable world. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, Terma operates across Europe, the U.S., the Middle East, and Asia. Our high-tech solutions are designed for mission-critical environments where lives and assets are at stake. We specialize in: 🔹 Security & Surveillance: Advanced radar and security solutions for critical infrastructure. 🔹 Self-Protection Systems: Cutting-edge tech for aircraft survivability. 🔹 Aerostructures: Advanced components for defense and non-defense aircraft and helicopters. 🔹 Space: Essential electronics and software for space missions. 🔹 Defense: Tactical systems and electronics for critical defense applications.

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