Join the elite team at QDSS, where our engineers are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Medical Device products. Your work will make a real impact, contributing to the core of engineering solutions that drive technological advancements.
Quest Defense Systems and Solutions (QDSS) is seeking Embedded Software Engineers to develop real-time embedded software for mission- and safety-critical aerospace and defense platforms. This role supports the design, implementation, integration, and verification of embedded software used in avionics systems, mission computers, and embedded control applications.
The engineer will participate across the full embedded software lifecycle, including requirements decomposition, software architecture and design, implementation, integration, and verification in a regulated development environment. This position requires close collaboration with systems, hardware, and verification engineers to deliver reliable software solutions for complex real-time systems.
Due to the nature of the project, all applicants must be U.S. Citizens and must have or be eligible to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance.
Must be located or willing to relocate to Fort Worth, TX (Marietta, GA, or Littleton, CO will also be considered).
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The QDSS Advantage:
At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.
What You’ll Find Here
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About Us
At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission-critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach.
Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world-class solutions that build a brighter future.
Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications
Pay Ranges
$126,000 - $136,000USD
At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.
Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.