Sr.
Systems / Embedded
Software Engineer
- Flight Systems; H10 Aerospace Fairfax, VA 22030 $165,000
- $200,000 a year
- Full-time, Contract $165,000
- $200,000 a year
- Full-time, Contract Sr.
Systems / Embedded
Software Engineer
Aerospace Location:
Fairfax, VA preferred; open to CO or NH (onsite)
Duration:
Long-term (one year + engagement), program begins in early June
- ITAR required so must be U.
S. Citizen, National, or Green Card Holder We are seeking an experienced Systems / Software Technical Lead (overseeing a team of 4-5) for a project at our client to lead the development of embedded flight software and software systems engineering activities for advanced aerospace programs. This role is highly technical and hands-on, combining software architecture, embedded development, systems engineering, team leadership, and Agile execution. The ideal candidate has a strong background in embedded software development within aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, or other high-reliability systems environments, along with experience leading small engineering teams through the full software development lifecycle. This position will serve as the software lead for a program, overseeing architecture, requirements, development, testing, and coordination across software and firmware teams. Required Qualifications 7-10+ years of embedded software development experience Minimum 2+ years leading small technical teams or acting as a technical lead Strong experience with: Embedded systems development Real-time software Software architecture and design Software testing and verification Hands-on experience throughout the software engineering lifecycle Strong communication and leadership skills Experience managing tasks and development workflows in Agile environments Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline Key Responsibilities Lead embedded software development efforts for aerospace and flight-related systems Serve as the software technical lead for assigned programs Define software architecture, requirements, and design approaches Participate directly in hands-on software development and debugging Lead Agile software development activities including: Daily standups Sprint planning Jira task management Sprint execution and tracking Coordinate software engineering lifecycle activities including: Requirements development System and software design Test planning and execution Verification and validation Present technical progress and deliverables during customer and internal reviews, including: Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR) Critical Design Reviews (CDR) Collaborate with firmware, FPGA, and multidisciplinary engineering teams Mentor and guide small software development teams Ensure technical rigor, quality standards, and successful program execution Other Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred technical experience includes; flight software, command and data handling systems, guidance and control software, payload software, FPGA/software integration, microcontroller-based systems.
- Experience developing embedded software for Aerospace or Flight Systems (or medical devices, robotics, automotive systems, other high-reliability embedded platforms)
- Preferred programming experience; C, C++, Python
- Experience with: Jira, Agile/Scrum methodologies, requirements-driven development, embedded Linux or RTOS environments This role supports a team dedicated to the goal of developing high-reliability spacecraft electronics at affordable costs and on aggressive schedules.
Organization philosophy is to let the technical team do what they do best: engineer the industry's next generation electronics for satellites. Each individual is empowered to make the decisions they need to best execute their work, with minimal management oversight and directives. About H10 H10 is an engineering services and consulting firm with a nationwide presence. Our teams support clients across mechanical and hardware engineering, software and application development, data and analytics, and project and program management. Salary & Benefits The salary range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including by not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.
Salary Range:
$165,000
- $200,000 annually H10 provides eligible employees (those who are scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week) with a range of benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO, and a 401k plan.
Physical Demands Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required. Above demands are carried out within the local existing Health and Safety guidelines. Notes This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. H10's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law. This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. H10 would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted. H10 does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
Pay:
$165,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
