Aerospace Software Engineer (Per Diem)

Job Title: Software Engineer - Embedded Actuation Systems

They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong Embedded C experience and a background working in DO-178 DAL A/B regulated environments. This individual will play a key role in implementing actuator controller software, developing low- and high-level software requirements, and maintaining full bidirectional traceability between requirements and code.

What You"ll Be Working On

• Implementing actuator controller software specifications
• Writing DO-178 DAL B low- and high-level software requirements
• Establishing and maintaining requirements-to-code traceability
• Supporting verification and validation activities
• Collaborating with firmware, hardware, and systems engineering teams on aerospace controls products

What They"re Looking For

• 10+ years of embedded software development experience
• Strong proficiency with Embedded C
• Hands-on MCU/Microcontroller development experience
• Experience with DO-178 DAL A and/or DAL B documentation and design processes
• Verification & Validation (V&V) testing experience
• Strong understanding of real-time embedded systems
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Ability to support future U.S. Government programs and obtain security clearance if required

Opportunity Details

• Location: Whippany, NJ (100% onsite)
• Duration: 26-month contract
• Rate: $75-$100/hr
• Per diem available for qualified candidates
• Aerospace and flight control application environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Whippany, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $100.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Whippany,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

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