Embedded Software Engineer II for Defense Systems (C/C++)

Elbit America, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Health insurance

Job summary

Elbit America is seeking a Software Engineer II to design, develop, integrate, and sustain software for Active Protection Systems (APS) in classified environments. You will contribute across the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation in C/C++, integration with hardware, and verification and validation activities.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external customers to refine requirements, develop prototypes, and deliver mission-critical APS

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
• 2+ years of related experience in software development.
• Experience with C/C++ and Python software development.
• Candidate must hold or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
• Experience in embedded, real-time, or hardware-adjacent software environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides software engineering input to embedded software product team through development, testing, and validation activities.
• Develops and maintains C/C++ and Python applications and embedded software for new features, system upgrades, and end-of-life replacements.
• Supports interpretation and implementation of internal and external customer requirements.
• Writes high-quality, maintainable source code within established deadlines and company policies.
• Performs unit testing and integration testing prior to release.
• Troubleshoots reported issues and identifies root causes with corrective actions.
• Assists with system integration, field testing, and system-level troubleshooting.
• Collaborates with systems, hardware, electrical, and test engineering disciplines.

Skills

C/C++ development

Python development

Embedded software

Software testing

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or Computer Science

Tools

OpenCL

Job description

Elbit America is seeking a Software Engineer II to design, develop, integrate, and sustain software for Active Protection Systems (APS) in classified environments. You will contribute across the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation in C/C++, integration with hardware, and verification and validation activities.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external customers to refine requirements, develop prototypes, and deliver mission-critical APS