Embedded Software Engineer I (On-site) No C2C, Security Clearance

HEPCO, Inc.

Sterling Heights, MI

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$37–$42 Per Hour

SKILLS

Atlassian JIRA, Bash Scripting, C++ Programming Language, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, Electricity, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Ethernet, Git, Hardware Components, Hardware Quality Assurance, Hardware-Software Integration, Health Insurance, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Internet Security, LabVIEW Programming Language, Linux Operating System, Mechanical Engineering, Nessus, Network System Hardware, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Realtime Operating System, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Requirements Validation/Verification, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Administration, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Team Player, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Scripts, TestStand, Testing, Traceability, Unified Modeling Language (UML), Unix Operating Systems, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), Virtual Machine (VM)

LOCATION

Sterling Heights, MI

POSTED

6 days ago

Our client is seeking a Software Engineer I to support software integration and testing of real-time, embedded systems. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with a strong technical foundation and interest in working across software, hardware, and systems in a collaborative engineering environment.

This position focuses on integrating software onto Linux-based systems, supporting testing and verification, and troubleshooting complex embedded applications.

Support integration of software and hardware components within real-time embedded systems
Perform software verification testing (automated and manual) based on requirements
Develop, debug, and execute test cases and scripts
Integrate software onto Linux/Unix operating systems
Build and maintain software and hardware integration test environments
Troubleshoot system-level issues across software, networking, and hardware
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems
Ensure solutions align with engineering standards, requirements, and quality expectations
Support cybersecurity hardening, scans, and system compliance efforts

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
Experience with real-time embedded software development or testing
Experience integrating software on Linux systems (Red Hat preferred)
Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or Bash
Experience with version control and issue tracking tools (Git, Jira, GitLab)
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Knowledge of networking concepts (VLANs, switches, protocols)
Experience testing and troubleshooting communication protocols (CAN, Serial, Ethernet)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with requirements traceability and verification processes
Familiarity with UML modeling tools and system design practices
Experience with tools such as DOORS, TestStand, VeriStand, or LabView
Knowledge of cybersecurity tools (Nessus, Coverity) and system hardening (STIGs)
Familiarity with virtualization and virtual machines
Exposure to defense or vehicle-based systems

Additional Information

Candidates must be eligible to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance

Benefits:

Health Insurance
401k

Pay Range: $37.00 - $42.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

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About the Company

HEPCO, Inc.

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

401K

FOUNDED

1973

WEBSITE

https://hepcoinc.com/