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Software Engineer (Secret Clearance Required)

Owego, NY Full Time
Overview
A leading engineering services provider supporting advanced U.S. Army aviation programs is seeking Software Engineers to join a mission-critical avionics development team. These roles support a next-generation vertical lift aircraft program focused on modernizing military aviation capabilities.
This is a fully on-site role in Owego, NY.

Key Responsibilities
Develop, integrate, and test software for safety- and mission-critical avionics systems
Implement algorithms and features within C/C++ applications
Design, debug, and validate real-time embedded software
Collaborate with cross-functional hardware and systems engineering teams
Support documentation, defect resolution, and performance verification
Assist with certification efforts and compliance to safety standards

Required Qualifications
U.S. Citizen with a valid U.S. passport
Active DoD Secret clearance (clearable candidates considered, preference for active clearance)
Residence in New York State
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
2+ years of software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in C++ (C and/or Python a plus)
Experience working in Agile development environments
Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills
Avionics, mission systems, or cockpit systems experience
FACE technical standards for reusable software
Software product line development
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), preferably CAMEO
Experience with Git, Docker, command-line scripting, and Wireshark
RTOS experience such as VxWorks
Integration and test of avionics software and operational flight programs

Why Consider This Role
Work on a high-visibility U.S. Army aviation program
Flexible work schedules
Competitive compensation and strong conversion package including benefits, PTO, 401(k), and education assistance