Software Engineer – Build the Drivers Powering Aerospace Innovation

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aerospace Industry

Location: Pleasanton, CA 94588
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (2-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate Starting at : $64.04 per hour
Work Environment: Onsite

Your Code. Mission-Critical Impact.

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to support a cutting-edge aerospace program focused on low-level systems development. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver a Windows 11 PCIe device driver for a custom PCIe card, supporting hardware that plays a critical role in advanced aerospace systems. Your work will directly impact system reliability, performance, and mission readiness.

What You’ll Do

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the full development lifecycle of a PCIe device driver, including:

• Designing and developing a Windows 11 PCIe device driver for a custom PCIe card

• Setting up and maintaining the driver build, testing, and signing process

• Performing unit testing, integration testing, and validation to ensure performance and reliability

• Debugging and resolving low-level hardware and driver issues

• Collaborating closely with hardware engineers and systems teams onsite

• Ensuring consistent, predictable attendance to support hands-on development and testing

• Producing clear technical documentation to support development and release activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution in engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3 years with a Master’s degree

• Hands-on experience developing, testing, and releasing Windows 11 PCIe device drivers

• Strong understanding of low-level systems programming and hardware-software integration

• Ability to work onsite in Pleasanton, CA for the duration of the assignment
  
  This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing, testing, and releasing Linux PCIe device drivers (Ubuntu and/or Red Hat)

• Familiarity with cross-platform driver development

• Experience working in regulated or high-reliability environments

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with impactful aerospace opportunities. When you join our team, you gain:

• Competitive hourly compensation aligned with your experience

• Exposure to advanced aerospace technologies and hardware systems

• A collaborative, technically driven onsite environment

• The opportunity to make immediate contributions on a focused, high-impact project

• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your consulting assignment

Apply Today

If you are a Software Engineer with hands-on PCIe driver development experience and are ready to contribute to a mission-critical aerospace program, we encourage you to apply.

Join PDS Tech Commercial and help build the software that powers the future of aerospace.

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