{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2a0dd20f9bc436d64b4d6c72","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a0dd20f9bc436d64b4d6c72","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a0dd20f9bc436d64b4d6c72","title":"Embedded Software Engineer","description":"Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob Description\nWe are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the sustainment, modernization, and enhancement of the U.S. Navy's SPY-1 Radar System in Crane, Indiana. This engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software solutions that support one of the Navy's most mission-critical radar and defense systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex real-time embedded software challenges, support legacy system modernization efforts, and contribute directly to national defense capabilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in embedded software development, system integration, software architecture, and C/C++ development within highly technical environments. Located in Crane, Indiana, this role supports advanced radar sustainment efforts in partnership with Navy stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, systems, hardware, and test engineers.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, develop, maintain, and modernize embedded software applications supporting SPY-1 Radar and related defense system technologies.\nAnalyze existing software systems and legacy codebases to identify functionality, reverse-engineer requirements, and implement scalable software solutions.\nLead software modernization initiatives, including refactoring and enhancement of existing C/C++ applications.\nDrive system-level software design across embedded and real-time computing environments.\nCollaborate with hardware, firmware, systems engineering, and test teams to ensure successful software integration and mission performance.\nDevelop and implement software architectures that prioritize performance, maintainability, reliability, and long-term sustainment.\nSupport hardware/software integration activities, troubleshooting efforts, and performance optimization in complex embedded environments.\nDefine and execute software verification and validation strategies, including automated testing and system-level evaluations.\nParticipate in requirements development, requirements traceability, configuration management, and design reviews.\nMentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across software development activities.\nSupport software deployment, system integration, and testing efforts within laboratory and operational environments.\nContribute to Agile development activities, technical planning, and engineering process improvements.\nEssential Skills\nBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience.\nExperience in the Full Lifecycle Development.\nProficiency in programming languages: C/C++ and Python.\nExperience with automated test frameworks, scripting, and test tools used for software validation (Python, MATLAB, or similar).\nAbility to obtain Secret Clearance.\nProficient in software validation, bash, cameo, doors, and azure devops.\nAdditional Skills & Qualifications\nExperience supporting SPY-1 Radar, Aegis Combat System, SPY-6, naval combat systems, radar systems, sensor systems, or mission-critical defense platforms.\nExperience within Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, aerospace, defense, or government-contracted engineering environments.\nFamiliarity with radar systems, signal processing applications, RF systems, or tactical weapon systems.\nExperience supporting software sustainment, modernization, or reverse-engineering efforts on legacy systems.\nWork Environment\nThe role is primarily onsite at the facility, with a preference for 100% onsite work but potentially open to an arranged hybrid schedule. Employees work a 9/80 schedule, operating in an office setting and utilizing lab environments as needed. The opportunity includes working on mission-critical technology that protects National Security, with the chance to engage in all phases from design to sustainment. The position offers long-term stable work with projected product operation through 2065 and high growth potential as the demand scales.\nJob Type & Location\nThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Odon, IN.\nPay and Benefits\nThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00/hr.\nEligibility 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)\nWorkplace Type\nThis is a fully onsite position in Odon,IN.\nApplication Deadline\nThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.\nAbout Actalent\nActalent 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.\nThe 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.\nIf you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nMassachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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This engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software solutions that support one of the Navy's most mission-critical radar and defense systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex real-time embedded software challenges, support legacy system modernization efforts, and contribute directly to national defense capabilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in embedded software development, system integration, software architecture, and C/C++ development within highly technical environments. Located in Crane, Indiana, this role supports advanced radar sustainment efforts in partnership with Navy stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, systems, hardware, and test engineers.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, develop, maintain, and modernize embedded software applications supporting SPY-1 Radar and related defense system technologies.\nAnalyze existing software systems and legacy codebases to identify functionality, reverse-engineer requirements, and implement scalable software solutions.\nLead software modernization initiatives, including refactoring and enhancement of existing C/C++ applications.\nDrive system-level software design across embedded and real-time computing environments.\nCollaborate with hardware, firmware, systems engineering, and test teams to ensure successful software integration and mission performance.\nDevelop and implement software architectures that prioritize performance, maintainability, reliability, and long-term sustainment.\nSupport hardware/software integration activities, troubleshooting efforts, and performance optimization in complex embedded environments.\nDefine and execute software verification and validation strategies, including automated testing and system-level evaluations.\nParticipate in requirements development, requirements traceability, configuration management, and design reviews.\nMentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across software development activities.\nSupport software deployment, system integration, and testing efforts within laboratory and operational environments.\nContribute to Agile development activities, technical planning, and engineering process improvements.\nEssential Skills\nBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.\n5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience.\nExperience in the Full Lifecycle Development.\nProficiency in programming languages: C/C++ and Python.\nExperience with automated test frameworks, scripting, and test tools used for software validation (Python, MATLAB, or similar).\nAbility to obtain Secret Clearance.\nProficient in software validation, bash, cameo, doors, and azure devops.\nAdditional Skills & Qualifications\nExperience supporting SPY-1 Radar, Aegis Combat System, SPY-6, naval combat systems, radar systems, sensor systems, or mission-critical defense platforms.\nExperience within Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, aerospace, defense, or government-contracted engineering environments.\nFamiliarity with radar systems, signal processing applications, RF systems, or tactical weapon systems.\nExperience supporting software sustainment, modernization, or reverse-engineering efforts on legacy systems.\nWork Environment\nThe role is primarily onsite at the facility, with a preference for 100% onsite work but potentially open to an arranged hybrid schedule. Employees work a 9/80 schedule, operating in an office setting and utilizing lab environments as needed. The opportunity includes working on mission-critical technology that protects National Security, with the chance to engage in all phases from design to sustainment. The position offers long-term stable work with projected product operation through 2065 and high growth potential as the demand scales.\nJob Type & Location\nThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Odon, IN.\nPay and Benefits\nThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00/hr.\nEligibility 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. 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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.\nThe 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.\nIf you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nMassachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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