JOB TITLE: Software Engineer-Developer 3
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA
PAY RATE: $78/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Security Clearance: Requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance (or a U.S. Security Clearance active within the past 24 months).

• 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. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software across the end-to-end lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry, customer, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Review, analyze, and translate customer requirements into initial software product designs.

• Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and functionalities for system integrations.

• Develop, document, and maintain software architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs.

• Participate in agile software development lifecycle activities, including planning, reviews, and customer meetings.

• Debug and resolve issues to ensure software reliability and efficiency.

• Handle user inquiries, troubleshoot technical issues, and analyze user feedback.

• Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes relevant to software development.

• Develop, monitor, and improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics aligned with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.

• Execute and document software research and development projects.

• Advise on software domains, system-specific issues, processes, and regulations.

• Perform software project management and supplier management activities.

• Track and evaluate software team and supplier performance to ensure compliance with project plans and industry standards.

• Open to candidates at various experience levels, including Experienced and Senior Software Engineers.

• 100% onsite at one of the listed location options.

Requirements:

• Requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance (or a U.S. Security Clearance active within the past 24 months)

• Advanced technical education in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry (e.g., Bachelor) plus typically 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination (e.g., PhD, Master + 3 years).

• 3+ years of Java coding and unit testing, including Spring Framework.

• 3+ years of Python scripting.

• 3+ years of software development experience using agile principles and structured development processes.

• Appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience required.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

• Experience with IntelliJ IDE, Linux CLI, CM tools, JMS, SOAP/REST Web Services, MySQL, Jenkins, AWS, and Docker.

• Experience in command-and-control applications, orbital analysis software/tools, and performance-critical applications.

• Knowledge of host environments, including processors, operating systems, and networks; ability to build, integrate, and troubleshoot software components.

• Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies; ability to synthesize architectures that meet requirements, characteristics, and constraints.

• Understanding of software development processes in compliance with internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices.

• Knowledge of software implementation, validation, and verification processes to ensure quality, performance, and safety.

• ABET accreditation preferred, but not required.

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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