Software Engineer - Embedded (Level 5)

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer – Embedded (Level 5) LOCATION: Kent, WA PAY RATE: $115/hour We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier clients. Job Details: Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension) Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense) 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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary? Summary: Lead code development for highly embedded systems Drive the development of broad, open-architecture solutions Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to rapidly prototype hardware solutions Develop code and ensure proper execution on target processors Independently execute assigned scope and deliverables Requirements: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI required to start (Defense) Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field required 5+ years of embedded programming experience with C, C++, Linux, and/or PetaLinux Strong experience with hardware-software integration Advanced proficiency in Embedded C++ (primary skill) Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with aerospace and/or electrical systems Familiarity with CMake Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment 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. Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense Take your career to new heights—apply today!