Embedded Software Engineer (Active Clearance Required)

TEKsystems; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems in Redondo Beach, CA is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a high-performance aerospace engineering team supporting flight, space, and ground systems. This role focuses on real-time embedded software development in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, onsite in the Greater Los Angeles area.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of C/C++ experience, RTOS exposure, and active TS clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with C/C++ and object-oriented software development.
• Experience working in RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, RT-Linux, GH Integrity, Linux, or VxWorks.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced development lab environment.
• Active Security Clearance or Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software solutions for aerospace applications.
• Develop software operating in resource-constrained environments with real-time performance requirements.
• Implement complex data analysis, data routing, and control system algorithms.
• Work with embedded processors, memory architectures, and I/O interfaces.
• Develop procedural and object-oriented software using C/C++.
• Support software throughout the full development lifecycle, including requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in a laboratory environment.
• Ensure compliance with software engineering standards and best practices.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Embedded Software Development

Object-Oriented Programming

Real-Time Operating Systems

Aerospace Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Location

Manhattan Beach, CA - Candidates must currently reside in the Greater Los Angeles area or be willing to relocate within 30 days of offer acceptance.

Work Environment

Onsite

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a high-performing aerospace engineering team supporting advanced flight, space, and ground systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys developing real-time embedded software in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software solutions for aerospace applications.
• Develop software operating in resource-constrained environments with real-time performance requirements.
• Implement complex data analysis, data routing, and control system algorithms.
• Work with embedded processors, memory architectures, and I/O interfaces.
• Develop procedural and object-oriented software using C/C++.
• Support software throughout the full development lifecycle, including requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in a laboratory environment.
• Ensure compliance with software engineering standards and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with C/C++ and object-oriented software development.
• Experience working in RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, RT-Linux, GH Integrity, Linux, or VxWorks.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced development lab environment.
• Active Security Clearance or Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience across the software development lifecycle, including architecture, requirements, development, testing, and integration.
• Experience working with laboratory and test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Experience supporting hardware validation and verification activities involving RF, digital, or mixed-signal systems.
• Experience working within Agile, Waterfall, or Spiral development methodologies.

Key Skills

• C/C++
• Linux
• Embedded Software Development
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Aerospace Systems

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $75.00/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 fully onsite position in Redondo Beach,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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

*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

*Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.