Onsite Embedded Software Engineer - Defense RTOS, C++

ACTalent; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a full-time contract-to-hire role based in Tucson, AZ (onsite). You will contribute to flight software and simulations for defense applications, working in C++ with RTOS such as QNX or VxWorks.

You will collaborate across engineering disciplines, use Azure DevOps for CI/CD, and lead multiple programs while staying hands-on. The position requires eligibility for a security clearance and 10–15 years of software engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for a security clearance.
• 10–15 years of experience in software engineering with leadership roles.
• Strong background in real-time systems and RTOS (QNX or VxWorks).
• Experience with defense-related software for weapons and navigation.
• Willingness to work onsite full-time during core hours (Mon–Fri, 8am–3pm).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development in C++.
• Oversee multiple programs simultaneously to avoid silos.
• Drive rapid prototyping and fast-paced development cycles.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines for product integration.
• Use Azure DevOps for CI/CD and project tracking.
• Delegate effectively while remaining hands-on with technical challenges.
• Support growth initiatives, particularly in the expanding munitions sector.
• Ensure all work adds value, avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy.

Skills

Security clearance

C++ development

Real-time systems

RTOS (QNX/VxWorks)

Defense software

Onsite full-time

Azure DevOps

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a full-time contract-to-hire role based in Tucson, AZ (onsite). You will contribute to flight software and simulations for defense applications, working in C++ with RTOS such as QNX or VxWorks.

You will collaborate across engineering disciplines, use Azure DevOps for CI/CD, and lead multiple programs while staying hands-on. The position requires eligibility for a security clearance and 10–15 years of software engineering experience.