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Senior Spacecraft Operations Engineer II- Secret Clearance
Rocket Lab Corporation
Long Beach, CA
Based on site at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Senior Spacecraft Operations Engineer II is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and optimal performance of a…
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Senior Power Plant Engineer
Form Energy, Inc
Berkeley, CA
- $128,662 to $168,844 USD / year
Form Energy is hiring a Senior Power Plant Engineer to support the modeling and validation of our power plant controls as they relate to grid interconnection. As part of our team, you'll…
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Senior Technical Program Manager, Systems Integration
Agility Robotics
Hybrid- Fremont, CA · Fremont, CA
Agility Robotics is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager, Systems Integration to join our SEIT Technical Program team. This role owns planning and execution for systems integration…
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Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Kansas City, KS
- $41 to $51 USD / hour
Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Embedded Software Validation Engineer validates, verifies, and tests embedded vehicle control software for both new and existing products. This…
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Senior Power Systems Engineer, IBR Modeling, PSS/E and PSCAD
SMA America
Remote, United States
- $130,000 to $157,000 USD / year
The Senior Power Systems Engineer provides power system modeling and grid integration analysis for SMA's utility scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage solutions. The role supports…
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Senior Autonomy Engineer
Mossville, IL
- $146,890 to $183,140 USD / year
Develop high quality remote control and autonomy features for complex systems that meet prioritized program requirements, with strong focus on machine safety, operator productivity, and…
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Sr. Vehicle Electrical Control Systems (VECS) Engineer
Polaris Industries Inc.
MN · Novi, MI
- $96,000 to $127,000 USD / year
As a Senior Vehicle Electrical Control Systems (VECS) Engineer at Polaris, you will own assigned Off-Road Vehicle electrical features from concept through integrated vehicle realization.…
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Senior Robotics Integration Engineer
Humanoid
San Diego, CA
- $128,000 to $160,000 USD / year
As a Senior Robotics Integration Engineer in San Diego, you will build the hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) CI/CD system that makes this routine. A firmware change, a control-stack update, or a…
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Littleton, CO · Littleton
Lockheed Martin is leading the way in hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of it! We are creating the first hypersonic boost/glide system for the US Army and Navy…
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Littleton, CO · Littleton
Lockheed Martin is leading the way in hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of it! We are creating the first hypersonic boost/glide system for the US Army and Navy…
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Littleton, CO · Littleton
Lockheed Martin is leading the way in hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of it! We are creating the first hypersonic boost/glide system for the US Army and Navy…
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Littleton, CO · Littleton
Lockheed Martin is leading the way in hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of it! We are creating the first hypersonic boost/glide system for the US Army and Navy…
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Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Lockheed Martin
Littleton, CO · Littleton
Lockheed Martin is leading the way in hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of it! We are creating the first hypersonic boost/glide system for the US Army and Navy…
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Senior Software Engineer
Lynx Software Technologies, Inc.
Huntsville, AL
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will develop embedded flight software, contribute to the architecture, design, implementation, integration, and verification of real-time systems…
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Minneapolis, MN
- $70 to $85 USD / hour
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Principal Embedded Software Engineer designs, develops, and integrates embedded software for advanced vehicle control…
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Senior Model-Based Design Engineer
Hermeus
Los Angeles, CA
- $150,000 to $190,000 USD / year
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Model-Based Design Engineer to help establish and advance Model-Based Design (MBD) capabilities across Hermeus' flight software,…
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Systems Engineer/Modeling Simulation 2/3
Northrop Grumman
Melbourne, FL
As a Systems Engineer 2/3 – Mod & Sim, the candidate will support the development and maintenance of system-level modeling and simulation architectures used to design, analyze, and verify…
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Oshkosh, WI
- $70 to $85 USD / hour
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Principal Embedded Software Engineer designs, develops, and integrates embedded software for advanced vehicle control…
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Principal Verification and Validation Engineer
East Penn Manufacturing Company
Ann Arbor, MI
Navitas Systems is looking for a self-motivated Senior Verification and Validation Engineer to support and improve our existing Battery Management Systems product line while also helping…
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Senior Robotics Engineer
Motional
Remote, United States
We are seeking a highly skilled and autonomous Senior Robotics Engineer to play a critical role in investigating and diagnosing complex autonomous vehicle (AV) behaviors across on-road,…
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Senior HIL Engineer
United States
Reporting to the AAD V&V XIL Development Technical Lead, the Senior XIL Development Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced X-in-the-Loop (XIL) test…
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Sr Controls Engineer
Blue Origin Personnel, LLC
Van Horn, TX · Huntsville, AL
This role sits as a Sr Controls Engineer supporting the Controls team. Our team is responsible for the complete digital and physical control architecture for next-generation hardware -…
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Principal Avionics Engineer
Parallax Space, Inc.
Denver, CO · Redondo Beach, CA
- $150,000 to $240,000 USD / year
The Principal Avionics Engineer will set the technical baseline for how Parallax avionics are architected, designed, qualified, and produced. They will take avionics from architecture and…
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Senior Software Engineer
General Motors LLC
Milford, MI
…Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field of study and Five (5) years of experience as a Software Engineer or related occupation OR Master's degree in Electronic Engineering,…
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Senior Engineer, Powertrain Controls Validation
Lucid Motors
Newark, CA
We are looking for a Senior Engineer, Powertrain Controls Validation to support the development and validation of vehicle motion control and chassis-related control systems.

Actalent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Kansas City, KS, United States

$41 to $51 USD / hour

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Pay: $41 to $51 USD / hour
Experience: At least 57 years of experience working with embedded systems.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

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Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Embedded Software Validation Engineer validates, verifies, and tests embedded vehicle control software for both new and existing products. This role ensures the quality, reliability, and functional correctness of vehicle systems through structured validation strategies, simulation, and hands-on testing. You will collaborate closely with software development, systems, hardware, manufacturing, supplier, sales, and product teams to validate vehicle functionality, including charging, operation, communication interfaces, and remote drive capabilities.Responsibilities

Perform functional, integration, and regression testing of embedded control software across vehicle controllers and displays.
Develop, execute, and maintain detailed test cases, test procedures, and validation documentation for embedded vehicle systems.
Identify gaps in existing test coverage and implement improvements to enhance overall software quality and robustness.
Develop and implement simulation-based testing for embedded systems consisting of multiple interacting controllers.
Support validation activities using vehicle communication interfaces such as CAN and Ethernet.
Troubleshoot software issues in new and existing products to determine root cause with minimal supervision.
Provide on-site support for production software issues as required, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on operations.
Collaborate with internal teams to resolve software defects efficiently and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
Work closely with software, hardware, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration across vehicle subsystems, including propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic, and cab systems.
Interface with suppliers to support firmware updates, integration, and continuous improvements.
Collaborate with sales and product teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into validation needs and test coverage.
Communicate validation progress, risks, and issues clearly using internal project management and tracking tools.
Ensure validation activities meet defined performance, quality, cost, and timing requirements.
Support continuous improvement of validation processes, tools, and methodologies to increase efficiency and coverage.

Essential Skills

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another engineering discipline with relevant industry experience.
At least 57 years of experience working with embedded systems.
Hands-on experience with embedded software validation and testing for vehicle or similar control systems.
Proficiency with Python programming for test automation, scripting, or tooling.
Proficiency with C programming for embedded software and low-level system interactions.
Familiarity with vehicle communication interfaces and tools such as CAN and Ethernet.
Experience working with embedded controllers, displays, and vehicle subsystems.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting test results and communicating issues.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, managing tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing environments is highly recommended.
Experience in embedded software and embedded systems development or validation.
Experience with vehicle systems, including propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic, and cab systems.
Experience with software validation processes, methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with canbus tools and related diagnostic or test equipment.
Experience using internal project management and tracking tools to report validation progress and issues.

Work EnvironmentYou will work in a collaborative engineering environment focused on embedded vehicle systems and software validation. The role involves a blend of office-based work for test design, documentation, scripting, and coordination, as well as lab or shop-floor environments for simulation-based testing, HIL testing, and hands-on validation on vehicle controllers and displays. You will regularly use tools and technologies such as CAN and Ethernet interfaces, embedded controllers, simulation platforms, and project tracking systems. The position requires close collaboration with software, hardware, systems, manufacturing, supplier, sales, and product teams to support both development and production environments. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $41.00 - $51.00/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 Kansas City, KS. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.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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Software development
Sales
Communication skills
Test procedures
Documentation
Embedded systems
Troubleshoot
Industrial software
Firmware
Project management
Process improvement
Electrical engineering
Computer engineering
Control systems
Python
Test automation
C
Interpersonal skills
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