Job Title: Principal Software Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking multiple Software Engineers and Software Team Leads with expertise in real-time embedded systems to support software development, integration, and testing efforts across defense programs. These roles operate within the Electrical Software and Controls (ESC) Functional Engineering Directorate and are aligned to Software Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Engineers will support one or more contracts/work directives, contributing to full lifecycle software development efforts and, in some cases, overseeing subcontracted work. Individual contributors will focus on software design, development, integration, and testing, while collaborating closely with team leads. Team Leads will divide their responsibilities between hands-on technical work and technical leadership/project execution.
Responsibilities
Essential Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Work Environment
This position is part of a matrixed organization reporting to a Functional Manager and aligned to a Software Lead. The work involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Controls. The work environment is a combination of development, integration, lab, and field/range testing environments. Occasional travel to customer/test sites may be required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $64.91/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:
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.
About Actalent
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