JOB TITLE: Software Engineer
LOCATION: Owego, NY (Telework < 50%)
PAY RATE: $50-80/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 (Up to 11 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Ability to obtain required
Schedule: 4/10, 1st Shift
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:
Participate in program kick-off and baseline reviews to align on artifacts, tools, and environments
Review software requirements, architecture, and design documentation
Develop, execute, and document unit, integration, and system-level test cases (functional and structural)
Perform static code analysis, peer code reviews, and compliance verification
Configure and maintain:
Static analysis tools
Unit test frameworks
Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines
Conduct traceability analysis (requirements ↔ design ↔ code ↔ test)
Populate and maintain requirements traceability in IBM DOORS
Verify bi-directional traceability links
Generate verification artifacts, including:
Test procedures and test reports
Defect logs and tracking metrics
Certification evidence packages
Develop requirement-based test cases, including:
Boundary conditions
Stress testing
Fault-injection scenarios
Manage defect lifecycle:
Prioritize, assign, and verify closure
Perform root cause analysis
Execute nightly test runs, capture logs, and update defect tracking systems
Provide weekly status reports on test progress, defects, and risks
Requirements:
Ability to obtain clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Experience in Verification & Validation (V&V) of embedded software systems
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies (unit, integration, system-level)
Experience with static analysis tools and code reviews
Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated test frameworks
Hands-on experience with requirements traceability tools such as IBM DOORS
Ability to create and maintain test documentation and certification artifacts
Experience with defect tracking systems and root cause analysis
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven environment
Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with safety-critical systems (e.g., aerospace, defense, medical devices)
Familiarity with safety standards such as DO-178C, ISO 26262, or IEC 61508
Experience with automated testing and scripting (Python, C/C++)
Familiarity with Agile or DevOps environments
Experience supporting certification and regulatory audits
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!