Software Engineer - DEFENSE

JOB TITLE : Software Engineer - DEFENSE

LOCATION : Owego, NY

PAY RATE : $40-65 / 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)

Clearance : Active Secret Clearance required

Shift : 4 / 10 work schedule 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. 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, document, test, and debug software solutions for mission and business applications.

Apply knowledge of computer hardware, software, and system-level programming to solve technical challenges.

Implement and adhere to software engineering principles, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and verification.

Utilize appropriate development tools, configuration management systems, version control, and testing frameworks.

Analyze system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, and control mechanisms.

Correct program errors, optimize performance, and prepare detailed technical documentation and operating instructions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective system integration and mission readiness.

Requirements :

Active Secret Clearance required (Supplier must be able to support NATO and COMSEC briefings).

4 / 10 work schedule 1st Shift .

Proficient in the ADA programming language (mandatory).

Strong understanding of computer hardware / software interactions and data processing techniques.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated experience with mission-critical or business-critical software development.

Skilled in debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation and conducting code reviews.

Experience with military or defense software systems.

Familiarity with system-level programming in a defense or aerospace environment.

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

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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