Senior Software Engineer

Job Title : Senior Software EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, practical curiosity, and a passion for problem solving. This role offers the opportunity to work with complex systems and technologies, from design and integration to testing and validation, while contributing to innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment.

Responsibilities

Design and integrate complex systems and technologies.

Conduct testing and validation of engineering solutions.

Apply root-cause problem-solving methodologies.

Integrate electro-mechanical systems.

Perform product testing in test labs or hardware-in-the-loop testing environments.

Create engineering documentation with strong technical writing skills.

Utilize data acquisition tools and post-processing techniques.

Essential Skills

3+ years of relevant industry experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, or Software Engineering.

Demonstrated hands-on curiosity and problem-solving approach.

Experience in electro-mechanical system integration.

Familiarity with product testing, test labs, or hardware-in-the-loop testing environments.

Proficiency in technical writing and engineering documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with military combat systems.

Knowledge of video signal design and transmission systems.

Work Environment

The position requires full-time, onsite presence with a hybrid schedule of 3 days on-site per week. The work involves NPD project-based tasks in a defense industry setting, emphasizing hands-on engagement with technology and engineering challenges.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00 / 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 hybrid position in Oshkosh,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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