Sr. Software Engineer

The Structures Company

Carson, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90–$130
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Audio Engineering, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Code Reviews, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Programming, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Debugging Skills, Design Verification, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, I2C, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, MATLAB, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microcontroller, Motor Control Systems, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), PSPICE, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Testing, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Requirements Validation/Verification, Research & Development (R&D), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Simulation, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Validation, System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Trade Studies, United States Citizen, Validation Plan, Validation Testing, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Verification Plans, Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Carson, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

JOB TITLE: Sr. Software Engineer
LOCATION: Carson, CA
PAY RATE: $90-130/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 (12 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.

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:

  • Analyze, design, develop, debug, and modify embedded control software for power electronics and aerospace applications.

  • Design and implement advanced control algorithms for power electronic systems, including active rectifiers, motor controls, DC-DC converters, and AC drives.

  • Develop software requirements and embedded code for control systems and power electronics applications.

  • Contribute to system architecture and independently develop subsystem designs that balance performance, reliability, cost, and schedule requirements.

  • Test and debug power electronics controllers, including source-level and assembly-level debugging.

  • Optimize software performance in collaboration with control systems engineers.

  • Collaborate with suppliers and technical partners to review software and control system designs.

  • Lead or support software design reviews and technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Lead small- to medium-sized software development projects or serve as a technical contributor on larger efforts.

  • Review, validate, and approve work completed by peers and junior engineers.

  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to engineering team members.

  • Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives within engineering processes and product development.

  • Analyze and validate customer requirements through modeling, simulation, prototyping, and testing.

  • Develop software requirements specifications and hardware/software interface documentation.

  • Create verification and validation plans to ensure compliance with system requirements.

  • Define software designs and collaborate with technical analysts, suppliers, and OEM partners.

  • Develop engineering tools to improve product development processes and capture lessons learned.

  • Create software design documentation, including analyses, design decisions, and development guidelines.

  • Develop design verification test procedures (DVTPs) and reports (DVTRs).

  • Perform product testing, validation, and performance analysis and generate technical reports.

  • Research and develop creative solutions to complex technical challenges.

  • Support feasibility, development, validation, verification, and qualification testing activities.

  • Apply sound engineering principles to ensure designs meet customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements.

  • Present technical findings, trade studies, and recommendations to stakeholders.

  • Provide technical input to project and program management teams.

  • Perform RTCA/DO-178 development activities and generate associated certification documentation, including:

    • PSAC

    • SDP

    • SVP

    • SCMP

    • SQAP

    • SCI

    • SAS

  • Support engineering change activities throughout the product lifecycle.

  • Document technical findings, analyses, and trade studies.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of aerospace embedded software development experience.

  • Experience with RTCA/DO-178B/DO-178C software development processes.

  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.

  • Experience developing embedded software and firmware for DSPs and microcontrollers.

  • Knowledge of power electronics, motor controls, active rectifiers, and inverter control systems.

  • Experience with communication protocols including CAN, ARINC 429, SPI, I2C, and RS-232.

  • Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, PSPICE, or similar modeling and simulation tools.

  • Experience performing software verification, validation, debugging, and testing.

  • Knowledge of aerospace standards including DO-160, DO-178, and DO-254.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate across cross-functional engineering teams.

  • Minimal travel required (approximately 5 10 days per quarter).

  • Office-based work environment with minimal noise exposure.

  • Opportunity to support the development of advanced aerospace systems and embedded control technologies.

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

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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