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Electrical Engineer - 2
Atalco Gramercy LLC
United States
We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our team at an alumina refinery. This role is critical in driving equipment reliability, managing change processes, and…
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BAS/BMS Controls Engineer
Automated Logic Contracting Sv
Glen Allen, VA
- $64,500 to $129,500 USD / year
Career Pathways and Leadership Opportunities: Opportunities to advance into roles such as Project Engineer, Technical Manager, or Operations Lead, as well as mentor junior staff and…
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Senior Software Engineer
AMEGO INC
Attleboro, MA
- $120,000 to $160,000 USD / year
· Monitor and improve performance, reliability, and cloud costs while working closely with other Software Engineer(s) and Cloud Engineer(s).
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Field Product Quality Engineer - Altius
Anduril Industries
Atlanta, GA
…Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters…
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Customer Engineer I - Electrical - UPS - Columbia, SC
Vertiv
Columbia, SC
The Customer Engineer (CE) is responsible for installation, commissioning, scheduled and emergency service on Small to Large UPS, Power Distribution Units and other Power Products, &…
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Cybersecurity Lead Engineer/Architect
GCM Grosvenor
Chicago, IL
The Cybersecurity Lead Engineer/Architect is the firm’s most senior individual contributor in security, joining a lean security operations team responsible for the continued evolution,…
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Sr. Solution Sales Executive - Data & Analytics - Insurance (FINS) - CHI
ServiceNow
Remote, United States
It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could…
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OT Network Engineer - Pharmaceutical
AstraZeneca
Tarzana, CA · Los Angeles, CA · Los Angeles
- Identify, lead, and handle plant or asset improvement initiatives utilising Lean tools, continuously monitoring and enhancing assets, services, and processes delivered to internal and…
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Engineer II - Grid Planning
Alliant Energy
Cedar Rapids, IA
Help shape the future of energy, before it’s built. As an Engineer II on the Grid Planning team, you’ll play a key role in defining where and how new generation resources like wind, solar,…
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Senior Software Engineer Seeker Market Expansion
BAE Systems
Cedar Rapids, IA
You will be instrumental in evaluating and implementing the right operating systems for our processing units, whether that is FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Bare Metal, to ensure maximum reliability…
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Sr. Solutions Engineer, West
Keyfactor, Inc.
Remote, United States
The Senior Solutions Engineer is responsible for leading technical discussions and solution development for key accounts, providing advanced technical guidance. Mentor junior team members…
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Senior Data Engineer
Tala
Remote, United States
- $130,000 to $200,000 USD / year
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help build, operate, and continuously improve the data infrastructure that powers analytics and business intelligence across Tala's global…
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Senior Engineer Data Enablement & Management (Redshift/Databricks)
Stateside
Adelphi, MD
The Senior Engineer, Data Enablement & Management is responsible for leading the design, implementation, modernization, and operational reliability of UMGC's enterprise Lakehouse and Data &…
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Field Service Engineer
Kardex Solutions LLC
United States
The Service Engineer is a critical part of the support team who is responsible for the ongoing support of active customer sites. He/she will conduct preventive maintenance, resolve…
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Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer
Cytiva US LLC
Pensacola, FL
At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives - and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
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Design Engineer 2
Cintal, Inc.
Chillicothe, IL
- $74,000 to $79,000 USD / year
…technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the…
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Principle Systems Engineer - Autonomy Behavior Validation
General Motors LLC
Remote, United States
Experience as a technical lead for validating a driverless commercial launch or an expansion into new operating domains.
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Lead Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC Design Engineer
Taara
Sunnyvale, CA
Taara is seeking a Lead Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC Design Engineer to work on the next generation of co-integrated electronic and photonic modules. You will be part of an R&D team developing…
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Senior Software Engineer, Pentest Experience
Horizon3
Remote, United States
…security culture, cybersecurity skills shortage, and the long lead time and expense of hiring outside consultants. Collectively, we are a team of learn it alls, committed to a culture of…
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Senior Data Engineer
The Bison Group LLC
Springfield, VA
As a Senior Data Engineer, you will support an exciting National Security mission to position NGA to be the enterprise and community GEOINT data provider, improving the way analysts,…
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Propulsion Systems Emissions Architect
Stellantis
Chelsea, MI
…software solutions in support of the production teams. The engineer acts as both an individual contributor and as part of teams within and outside of the ESD group and will be highly active…
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Nuclear Station Instructor (Maint/Tech) - Harris Nuclear Plant
Duke Energy Progress, LLC
New Hill, NC
Five (5) years of Instrument and Controls (I&C) Technician -OR- Engineering related job experience at the Nuclear I&E Tech III level -OR- Lead Engineer level or higher.
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Data Engineer, Operations Analytics
Rowan Digital Infrastructure
Denver, CO · Seattle, WA
- $109,000 to $125,000 USD / year
The Data Engineer, Operations Analytics builds the data platform, pipelines, data standards, and quality controls that make the team’s data reliable. Working alongside the Data Scientist,…
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Mid-Level Structural Engineer
Sargent & Lundy
Tampa, FL
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
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Senior Civil Engineer -- Energy & Industrial Group
Sargent & Lundy
Lake Mary, FL
…new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts…

Actalent

Engineer Embedded Software 3

Redondo Beach, CA, United States

$80 to $95 USD / hour

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Pay: $80 to $95 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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Job Title: Payload Flight Software Lead (Engineer Embedded Software 3)Job DescriptionThis role serves as a Payload Flight Software Lead within a Western Region Software Engineering Organization, responsible for leading a team of software engineers in the design, architecture, development, integration, testing, and verification of flight software for embedded and real-time systems. The position is on-site in Redondo Beach, California, and focuses on delivering mission-critical flight software that supports advanced payloads and complex integrated systems. This contract role is intended to align with a full-time Payload Flight Software Lead position and offers the opportunity to contribute to highly innovative and impactful aerospace and defense programs.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of software engineers in the design, architecture, development, integration, testing, and verification of flight software solutions for embedded and real-time systems.
Define, develop, and maintain software architectures for complex payload flight software, ensuring alignment with system requirements and program objectives.
Produce and maintain architectural artifacts, including block diagrams, interface control documents, traceability matrices, and trade studies that clearly document system behavior and interfaces.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including Systems Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test, to ensure cohesive and robust system-level solutions.
Analyze system capabilities and requirements to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to program intent, output requirements, data acquisition, programming methods, and control strategies.
Define and architect system-level solutions, including security architecture designs, in close collaboration with internal project teams, external partners, and customers.
Implement, integrate, and debug embedded and real-time software to meet defined completion criteria, performance requirements, and reliability targets.
Manage the full software development lifecycle from requirements analysis through implementation, integration, testing, and documentation, ensuring compliance with program standards and processes.
Create and maintain comprehensive software documentation throughout the development lifecycle, including design descriptions, test procedures, and user documentation.
Apply expertise in real-time operating systems, such as VxWorks, to develop and optimize flight software that meets timing, reliability, and safety constraints.
Implement and validate bus communication and data interfaces using protocols such as MIL-STD-1553 and SpaceWire, ensuring robust and reliable data exchange.
Support or lead proposal efforts by contributing to system requirements definition, task descriptions, basis of estimates, and key tradeoffs in code efficiency, memory usage, and cost.
Support Cost Account Management activities by planning, tracking, and reporting on software development scope, schedule, and resources as required.
Leverage Agile software development practices to plan and execute work in iterations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver incremental value.
Utilize CI/CD pipeline tools, such as Jenkins, to automate builds, testing, and integration, improving software quality and development efficiency.
Participate in system integration and test activities with RF, digital, links, power-conversion flight hardware, and related systems, helping to identify and resolve software and system-level issues.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ensure that all work products comply with applicable standards, security requirements, and program guidelines, particularly for highly sensitive and classified systems.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of relevant experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 10 years of relevant experience.
Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) clearance at the time of application.
Demonstrated experience leading a software team, including technical direction and coordination of development activities.
Expert-level proficiency in embedded C and C++ development for real-time and embedded systems.
Extensive experience with real-time operating systems, particularly Wind River VxWorks.
Proven proficiency across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements analysis through design, implementation, integration, testing, and maintenance.
Strong proficiency in creating and maintaining comprehensive software documentation throughout the development lifecycle, including design, interface, and test documentation.
Proficiency in bus implementation and communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553 and SpaceWire.
Ability to understand and decompose system requirements, translate them into software designs, and implement solutions that meet defined completion criteria.
Demonstrated ability to define and evolve software architectures for embedded and real-time systems.
Strong troubleshooting skills for complex integrated applications, test setups, and system-level issues involving hardware and software interactions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Cost Account Management (CAM), including planning, tracking, and reporting on software development scope and costs.
Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts, including writing system requirements, task descriptions, basis of estimates, and making key tradeoffs in code efficiency, memory usage, and cost.
Experience working in Agile software development environments, including iterative planning, backlog management, and collaborative team practices.
Experience using CI/CD pipeline tools, such as Jenkins, to automate builds, integration, and testing.
Familiarity with software testing practices for embedded and real-time systems, including unit, integration, and system-level testing.
Experience with SpaceWire and MIL-STD-1553 bus implementations in flight or mission-critical systems.
Experience integrating software with RF, digital, links, and power-conversion flight hardware and participating in system integration and test activities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and with external partners and customers.
Demonstrated ability to operate in highly secure environments and adhere to strict security and compliance requirements.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based on-site in Redondo Beach, California, supporting a payload program that involves RF, digital, links, power-conversion flight hardware, and system integration and test activities. You will work within a Western Region Software Engineering Organization that emphasizes intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. The environment is highly collaborative and mission-driven, with close interaction among software, systems, hardware, and integration & test teams. The work schedule follows a 9x80 arrangement, providing a compressed workweek structure. The position involves working with advanced embedded and real-time technologies, including Wind River VxWorks, embedded C/C++, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins. The role supports highly sensitive and classified programs, requiring an active Top Secret SCI clearance and adherence to strict security protocols. The culture encourages bold ideas, innovation, and a pioneering spirit, offering opportunities to contribute to impactful, cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80.00 - $95.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach,CA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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