Launch Your Space Software Career: Embedded Software Engineer

Develop Cutting-Edge Space Payload Technology | $65 to $68 per hour | Linthicum, MD

Ready to write the software that helps power the future of space and aerospace innovation?

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading force in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire an Embedded Software Engineer (Integration & Test Software Engineer 2) for an exciting 6-month consultant opportunity in Linthicum, Maryland.

In this role, you'll be part of a talented engineering team developing and testing software that supports advanced space payload systems. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, automation frameworks, and sophisticated test equipment to ensure mission-critical systems perform flawlessly. If you're passionate about embedded software, automation, and aerospace innovation, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Position Details

• Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

• Location: Linthicum, MD 21090-2202

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)

• Schedule: Monday – Friday

• Pay Rate: $68.19 per hour

What You'll Do

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll support the development, integration, and testing of software solutions used to validate and verify advanced space payload systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, operate, and maintain integration and test software.

• Create software applications that manage automated test equipment and execute system verification testing.

• Develop software solutions using Python, TCL/TK, and C++.

• Support all phases of the software development lifecycle, including:

  • Requirements analysis

  • Software design

  • Development and coding

  • Integration

  • Testing and validation

• Develop automated testing capabilities using tools such as Jenkins and Robot Framework.

• Troubleshoot and debug software applications and integrated system environments.

• Analyze system logs and test results to verify functionality and identify issues.

• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

• Conduct software design reviews, peer reviews, and technical assessments.

• Work alongside systems, hardware, integration, and test engineers to ensure end-to-end system performance.

• Provide recommendations to technical leadership regarding software implementation and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or another STEM discipline with:

  • 8+ years of software development experience, or

  • 6+ years with a Master's degree, or

  • 3+ years with a PhD

• Experience developing software in Python.

• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to understand and modify existing code.

• Experience integrating software applications and validating operational performance through data analysis and testing.

• Experience developing software in Linux and/or Windows environments.

• Experience testing software systems and resolving defects.

• Experience with software configuration management tools.

• Ability to work independently and effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance. 

• 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 working on an Agile Scrum team.

• Software development experience with C++.

• Experience developing applications using TCL/TK.

• Hands-on experience controlling and automating test equipment, including:

  • Oscilloscopes

  • Signal Generators

  • Signal Analyzers

  • Power Supplies

• Experience integrating RF, digital, or optical systems.

• Familiarity with automation tools such as Jenkins and Robot Framework.

• Experience optimizing embedded Python applications.

• Strong troubleshooting skills within complex integrated hardware/software environments.

• Experience using Atlassian tools, including:

  • Jira

  • Confluence

  • Bitbucket

• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with opportunities that drive innovation and shape the future. In this role, you'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in aerospace and defense while contributing to technologies that support critical space missions and advanced aviation systems.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay at $68.19 per hour

• Opportunity to support cutting-edge aerospace and space programs

• Exposure to advanced automation, embedded software, and system integration technologies

• Collaborative, innovative engineering culture

• Hands-on experience with mission-critical systems and emerging technologies

• Professional growth through challenging technical projects

• Opportunity to work with industry-leading engineers and subject matter experts

• A workplace that values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning

Take the Next Step

If you're an experienced software engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and developing technology that supports the future of aerospace and space exploration, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your software expertise to a team that's advancing innovation beyond the

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