Fort Worth, Texas, United States On-site USD 140,000 - 150,000 Yearly

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of advanced embedded software using C, C++, or Ada programming languages.
  • Architect software solutions for real-time embedded platforms used in avionics and mission-critical systems.
  • Build software that interfaces with physical hardware, control mechanisms, and data communication layers.
  • Guide software requirements analysis and breakdown throughout the embedded development lifecycle.
  • Lead high-level and detailed design phases of embedded software development.
  • Oversee implementation efforts and provide technical leadership during development.
  • Manage integration tasks and conduct system-level testing for embedded applications.
  • Direct verification and validation processes to ensure software correctness and reliability.
  • Support the creation of documentation required for regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure all software development adheres to aerospace and defense industry standards.
  • Assist in certification processes, audits, and technical program reviews.
  • Supervise verification efforts based on system and software requirements.
  • Help develop test plans and strategies for software validation.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex software problems identified during testing or integration.
  • Offer technical direction to software developers and cross-functional teams.
  • Engage in system-level architecture planning and technical strategy sessions.
  • Act as the main technical liaison with customers to align on project scope and deliverables.
  • Support customer-facing engineering reviews and milestone evaluations.
  • Collaborate with clients to define performance indicators, monitor budgets, and review progress regularly.
  • Partner with customers to track, manage, and resolve project risks and technical issues.
  • Monitor project timelines, prepare status updates, and report key performance data to stakeholders.
  • Contribute to internal initiatives such as hiring and performance evaluation processes.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary structure
  • Full health, dental, life, and disability insurance benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Support for professional growth and continuing education
  • Adaptable and supportive work environment
  • Assistance with obtaining technical certifications
  • Clear pathways for career progression

Compensation

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications.

Work Arrangement

On-site

Team

Multidisciplinary engineering teams

Other

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must have or be eligible to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance.
  • Must be located or willing to relocate to Fort Worth, TX (Marietta, GA, or Deer Creek, CO will also be considered).
  • Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications.
Required Skills
CC++AdaRTOSMIL-STD-1553ARINC 429Embedded SoftwareAgile ScrumDevOpsJiraGitDOORSJama CC++AdaRTOSMIL-STD-1553ARINC 429Embedded SoftwareAgile ScrumDevOpsJiraGitDOORSJama
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Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.
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Job Details
Department Software Development
Category embedded
Posted 3 months ago