Avionics Software Developer Engineer

Description:

JOB TITLE: Avionics Software Developer Engineer
LOCATION: Tustin, CA
PAY RATE: $70/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)

    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:

    Design, develop, test, and verify safety-critical embedded software using C and C++

    Support software development throughout the full product lifecycle, including requirements, design, implementation, verification, and certification

    Develop software in compliance with DO-178 standards and aerospace best practices

    Integrate software with embedded hardware, SoCs, and avionics systems

    Work with RTOS environments and ARINC 651 Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) architectures

    Implement and debug communications over RS232, RS485, CAN, and Ethernet

    Support SoC configuration and integration efforts

    Collaborate with FPGA and hardware teams using VHDL and Verilog

    Use MATLAB and Simulink for modeling, simulation, and data analysis

    Participate in code reviews, configuration management, and change control using Atlassian tools (JIRA, Bitbucket/Git, Confluence, Crucible)

    Support system-level testing, verification, validation, and certification activities

Requirements:

    B.S. or M.S. in an Engineering discipline from an accredited university

    Demonstrated experience with C and C++ embedded software development

    4+ years of experience developing safety-critical software in aerospace or a related field

    Experience with safety-critical embedded hardware and software following DO-178 guidelines

    Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and ARINC 651 IMA architectures

    Experience with serial and network communications: RS232, RS485, CAN, and Ethernet

    Experience with SoC configuration and integration

    Familiarity with hardware description languages such as VHDL and Verilog

    Experience using MATLAB and Simulink for modeling and analysis

    Experience with the Atlassian software project management suite, including JIRA, Bitbucket (Git), Confluence, and Crucible

    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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Job Number: JPC - 14385-14392-11534
Job Location: Tustin CA
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Start Date: 2026-01-12
Input Date: 01/13/2026
Firm Name: STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention: Ariyana OBryan
Address: P O BOX 2278
City, State: SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone: 714/823-3000
Email: 11534_submissions@ceipalsubsrouting.com
Website: www.thestructurescompany.com
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