| Location | Orlando, FL |
JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - HYBRID
LOCATION: (HYBRID) Orlando, FL
PAY RATE: $100/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 (11 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.
Shift: 4/10-1st Shift
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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:
Develops, integrates, and evaluates simulation components and their interfaces for rotary-wing training systems including MH-60R/CG and CH-53K use cases.
Performs modern C++ development including code review, debugging, performance optimization, and maintainable implementation.
Investigates timing, concurrency, networking, and deterministic behavior in real-time or distributed simulation environments.
Performs hardware and software integration and test by developing and executing test procedures and investigating defects.
Resolves integration issues and supports regression testing while assembling verification evidence.
Integrates cockpit I/O, displays, audio, control-loading or motion systems, instructor/operator stations, and avionics interfaces.
Uses Python scripting, test automation, and data analysis to investigate behavior and make testing more repeatable.
Supports simulator qualification work including objective testing, Qualification Test Guide development and execution, validation, and discrepancy management.
Applies DIS/HLA interoperability, TCP/UDP networking, multithreading, and hardware I/O to distributed simulation.
Applies AI-assisted tools responsibly while independently validating results.
Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Experience in software integration and test for real-time or distributed simulation systems.
Proficiency in modern C++ development including debugging, code review, and performance optimization.
Experience with Python scripting and test automation for investigation and repeatable testing.
Experience with multithreading, timing and performance analysis, and deterministic behavior in real-time systems.
Experience with networking protocols including TCP/UDP and DIS/HLA interoperability.
Experience with hardware I/O and simulator hardware integration including cockpit interfaces.
Experience with regression testing and software verification activities.
Familiarity with FAA Part 60, EASA CS-FSTD(A)/CS-FSTD(H), or simulator qualification processes.
Familiarity with rotorcraft operations, pilot training, aircraft systems, or aircraft survivability equipment.
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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (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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