Software Engineer-Developer 3
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Engineer-Developer (Level 3) for a contract opportunity in Kent, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Five (5) or more years of professional experience in software development lifecycle including design, development, integration, verification, process/tool deployment, supplier and project coordination, research, and troubleshooting
• Experience in Agile software development and workflow tools such as VS Code and platforms such as Gitlab
• Experience developing embedded real-time software with Ada (must have) and/or C, C++, Java, Python, Rust (nice to have)
• Experience working with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with stakeholders of different backgrounds and skill levels
• Understanding of the interactions between hardware, software, and system safety
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The role focuses on flight software development and avionics modernization for a long-serving, iconic military aircraft; and it is ideal for someone experienced in building applications for embedded avionics and control systems using the Ada programming language. Experience in aerospace industry and military applications is ideal. The ideal candidate will be an independent contributor who supports lifecycle activities — design, development, integration, verification, process/tool deployment, supplier and project coordination, research, and troubleshooting — under minimum direction from technical leads, product owner, and functional manager. This is a high-impact and high-influence role where you will own project goals and their relationship to the big-picture and business context; identify and suggest improvements to potential issues in architecture, design, and code; drive technical direction and influence processes while handling ambiguity under tight constraints; and mentor other engineers on team direction and technical skills. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design of software products.
• Develops, maintains, enhances and optimizes software products and functionalities for systems integrations.
• Develops, documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.
• Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Handles user inquiries, troubleshoots technical issues and user feedback analysis.
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development
• Develops, establishes, monitors and improves software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
• Executes and documents software research and development projects.
• Advises on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
• Performs software project management activities and software supplier management functions.
• Tracks and evaluates software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering technology (e.g., computer engineering, computer science, or software engineering)
• Experience leading major programs or complex designs for avionics or control systems for commercial and military applications
• Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle
• Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies including ability to synthesize software architectures and designs to meet product requirements, characteristics and constraints
• Knowledge of implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety
• Understanding of the relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems
• Experience leading software development efforts in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software
• Experience with defining and executing verification and validation plans for safety-critical systems
• Familiarity with aerospace standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-331, MIL-HDBK-516C, and MIL-STD-882)
• Experience mentoring other engineers and leading the implementation of complex systems
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
TRAVEL
Possible domestic travel.
WORK HOURS
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
ADDITIONAL
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Job Location: Kent, WA
Rate: Up to $81.75 DOE
Duration: 12 Months
Input Date: 02/17/2026
Last Updated: 02/20/2026
Attention: Zachary Fasano
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: zfasano@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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