JOB TITLE: Embedded Software Engineer L4
LOCATION: Remote, US
PAY RATE: $97/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 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.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person 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:
Expertise in multicore processor platforms, RTOS, and embedded software design.
Lead the architecture, evaluation, and optimization of multicore embedded systems to ensure real-time performance, reliability, and scalability.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, guide implementation, and mentor engineering teams.
Lead architecture and design of multicore embedded systems using Wind River Helix Virtualization Platform (HVP) with AMP/BMP models.
Evaluate and optimize multicore performance in real-time and containerized environments.
Develop strategies for embedded Linux, partitioned, and containerized application platforms.
Oversee test plans, benchmarks, and performance analysis for reliability and timing.
Analyze hardware/software interactions and recommend optimizations.
Support automation, CI/CD workflows, and architectural documentation.
Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on RTOS, partitioning, and containerization best practices.
Stay current with emerging multicore, real-time, and container orchestration technologies.
Requirements:
Active Secret Clearance required to start
Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (ABET preferred, not required).
9+ years of experience (Masters +7, PhD +4 acceptable).
7+ years in embedded multicore systems and partitioned OS (AMP/BMP models, hypervisors).
Strong expertise with embedded Linux and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Proven experience with multicore real-time systems, profiling, simulation, and debugging tools.
Skilled in scripting/automation (Python, Bash).
Knowledge of safety-critical/mixed-criticality systems and industry standards.
Demonstrated leadership in architecture and mentoring cross-functional teams.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a 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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