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Senior Software Engineer, AI Platform - Prism
SoFi
Seattle, WA
In this role, you will pair hands-on software development with systems thinking. You will take technical ownership over feature delivery and key service components - translating partially…
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Principal - Forward Deployed Engineer
GSK
Cambridge, MA
- $205,425 to $342,375 USD / year
…disease, thereby protecting people and supporting healthcare systems. Our diverse portfolio consists of vaccines, specialty medicines, and general medicines. Through continuous innovation…
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Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Torus
Salt Lake City, UT
…communities through resilient, sustainable, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their…
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Software Engineer III
Assurity
Lincoln, NE
As a Software Engineer III, you’ll take responsibility for the design and delivery of a specific application, platform, or system, including mid-to-large AI and automation solutions and…
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Senior Software Engineer
Assurity
Lincoln, NE
As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll own the technical health of multiple systems, lead large projects independently with or without an assigned business analyst, and build the hardest…
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Software Engineer II
Assurity
Lincoln, NE
As a Software Engineer II, you’ll deliver working software and moderate AI and automation solutions that move the business forward, from a proof of concept built in hours to a tested,…
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Advanced Forward Engineering - Implementation Engineer - Senior
EY
Little Rock, AR · Rogers, AR
We are seeking senior engineers for this team to design, build, and deliver AI‑native systems directly into highly regulated client environments such as tax, finance, and risk. This role…
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Senior Security GRC Engineer, AI & Automation
American Express Global Business Travel
Little Rock, AR
AmexGBT’s Security GRC team is looking for a talented Senior Security GRC Engineer to design, build, and scale automation and AI-driven solutions that modernize our governance, risk, and…
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Senior Software Engineer (Institutional, Financing)
Coinbase
Little Rock, AR
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Financing Engineering team within the Institutional group, you'll design, build, and scale the systems that safely manage billions of dollars in loans…
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Head of Forward Deployed Engineering
Bausch + Lomb
Little Rock, AR
Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Head of Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to turn AI from pilots into production capability across B+L. This is a hands-on builder role embedded in manufacturing,…
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Network Operations Engineer
Meta
Little Rock, AR
Meta is seeking a Network Operations Engineer to join our Edge and Network Services (ENS) Foundation NetOps team. In this role, you will utilize your knowledge in hyperscale data center…
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Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Operations Engineering
Meta
Little Rock, AR
Design or operations experience with data center-specific technology including liquid cooling, modular central plants, technical water loops, PLC controls, and large-scale evaporative…
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Staff Software Engineer, Clean Room
LiveRamp
Little Rock, AR
Guide engineering talent through direct technical leadership, detailed design feedback, and code mentorship.
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Little Rock, AR
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the…
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Entry Level Engineer
Ametek, Inc.
Wallingford, CT
Designing and evaluating new or existing products, processes, and systems.
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AI Engineer I
Federal Express Corporation
Plano, TX
- $7,882.48 to $10,444.28 USD / month
Summary: The AI Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions that support intelligent automation,…
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AI Engineer III
Federal Express Corporation
Plano, TX
- $9,719 to $13,812 USD / month
The AI Engineer III is responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions that support intelligent automation,…
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Senior DevOps Engineer
TerraPower LLC.
Bellevue, WA
TerraPower's IT team is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all IT systems from data center infrastructure to enterprise applications. This role is the technical…
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Quality Engineer
Icarus
El Segundo, CA
Familiarity with first-article inspection, manufacturing quality systems, or statistical process analysis.
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GNC Engineer
Icarus
El Segundo, CA
Design, implement, and fly guidance, navigation, and control systems for long-endurance stratospheric aircraft
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Engineer: Supply Chain Development
GPAC
Saginaw, MI
- $70,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Performance Optimization: Design and deploy actionable vendor improvement strategies targeting measurable gains in production lead times, piece-price reduction, and first-time quality.
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Engineer: Supply Chain Development
GPAC
Saginaw, MI
- $70,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Performance Optimization: Design and deploy actionable vendor improvement strategies targeting measurable gains in production lead times, piece-price reduction, and first-time quality.
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Engineer: Supply Chain Development
GPAC
Saginaw, MI
- $70,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Performance Optimization: Design and deploy actionable vendor improvement strategies targeting measurable gains in production lead times, piece-price reduction, and first-time quality.
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Engineer: Supply Chain Development
GPAC
Saginaw, MI
- $70,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Performance Optimization: Design and deploy actionable vendor improvement strategies targeting measurable gains in production lead times, piece-price reduction, and first-time quality.
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Engineer: Supply Chain Development
GPAC
Saginaw, MI
- $70,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Performance Optimization: Design and deploy actionable vendor improvement strategies targeting measurable gains in production lead times, piece-price reduction, and first-time quality.

Actalent

Flight Software Engineer

Houston, TX, United States

$45 to $55 USD / hour

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Pay: $45 to $55 USD / hour
Experience: At least 2 years of flight software experience in aerospace or closely related environments.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

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Job Title: Flight Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Flight Software Engineer plays a key role in the full software development lifecycle for satellite and lander aerospace programs. This role focuses on designing, developing, and integrating C++ software for simulation, ground, and flight systems, ensuring reliable performance in demanding aerospace environments. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate software with hardware and support mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain flight software for satellite and lander aerospace programs across the full software development lifecycle.
Develop C++ software for simulation, ground systems, and flight systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and maintainability.
Use NASA Trick and other simulation software tools to build, validate, and refine simulation models that support flight and ground operations.
Collaborate with hardware, systems, and other engineering disciplines to integrate software into embedded hardware platforms.
Implement, test, and debug embedded software in a Linux environment, ensuring compatibility with mission requirements and system constraints.
Participate in code reviews, integration testing, and system-level validation to ensure software quality and adherence to engineering standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve software issues in simulation, ground, and flight environments, providing technical support as needed.
Contribute to documentation of software design, interfaces, and test procedures to support ongoing development and future maintenance.

Essential Skills

At least 2 years of flight software experience in aerospace or closely related environments.
Strong proficiency in C++ for embedded, simulation, ground, or flight software development.
Hands-on experience with flight software, ground software, or simulation software in operational or test environments.
Experience working with simulation software tools such as NASA Trick or similar platforms.
Proficiency in Linux for software development, deployment, and debugging.
Bachelors degree in software engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical discipline.
Solid understanding of embedded software development principles, including real-time constraints and hardwaresoftware integration.
Demonstrated ability to participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through design, implementation, testing, and integration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with additional C or C/C++ development in embedded or systems-level contexts.
Background in aerospace, satellite, or lander programs, or other mission-critical systems.
Familiarity with ground systems software and tools used to support flight operations and mission control.
Understanding of simulation methodologies and model-based development for complex systems.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment and communicate clearly with hardware and systems teams.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on debugging complex software and integration issues.
Attention to detail and commitment to producing reliable, well-tested software for high-consequence applications.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based onsite in a collaborative aerospace engineering environment, working closely with teams developing satellite and lander programs. You will use Linux-based development systems, C++ toolchains, and simulation platforms such as NASA Trick to build and test flight and ground software. The work setting emphasizes teamwork, technical excellence, and rigorous testing to support mission success, with regular interaction across software, hardware, and systems engineering disciplines. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 Houston, TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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