Remote Principal Software Engineer – Mission Systems

Y-Axis; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynx is seeking a Principal Software Engineer – Mission Systems to lead software architecture for advanced defense platforms in Fort Worth, TX. The role requires hands-on C/C++ development, real-time embedded systems expertise, and proven ability to design and integrate complex mission systems.

You will drive interoperability testing and close collaboration with cross-functional teams while supporting travel up to 10%. Remote work is available based on role requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
• 8+ years of C/C++ development experience
• Experience in mission systems software architecture, including design, development, and integration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate software architecture for mission systems, including tactical data links and aircraft sensors.
• Ensure system interoperability through testing in lab and simulated environments.

Skills

C/C++ development

Real-time embedded

Mission systems architecture

Interoperability testing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

COMSEC awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Bitbucket

Job description

Lynx is seeking a Principal Software Engineer – Mission Systems to lead software architecture for advanced defense platforms in Fort Worth, TX. The role requires hands-on C/C++ development, real-time embedded systems expertise, and proven ability to design and integrate complex mission systems.

You will drive interoperability testing and close collaboration with cross-functional teams while supporting travel up to 10%. Remote work is available based on role requirements.