Software Engineer with Security Clearance

ISPA Technology, LLC; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISPA Technology LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to develop, integrate and enhance embedded software for advanced defense systems. You will work within an established codebase to troubleshoot and add capabilities while coordinating with hardware teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on embedded programming in C/C++, software testing, and problem solving across system integration activities. On-site location in Panama City Beach, FL with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Hands-on embedded software development and programming.
• Experience modifying, debugging, and troubleshooting an established or legacy codebase.
• Proficiency with embedded programming languages such as C and/or C++.
• Experience integrating new software features or capabilities into existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, debug, and troubleshoot embedded software within an existing codebase.
• Integrate new software features and specialized capabilities into existing systems.
• Perform software testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis to resolve integration and performance issues.
• Support software configuration, system integration, and troubleshooting with electronic hardware and components.
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, and test engineers during integration and testing activities.
• Review and improve existing code for reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Support documentation of software changes, configurations, test results, and technical issues.

Skills

Embedded programming

C/C++

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title: Software Engineer

Location: Panama City Beach, FL

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

Position Overview: ISPA Technology LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and enhancement of embedded software for advanced defense systems. This position will primarily work within an existing codebase, troubleshooting and modifying software while integrating new capabilities and specialized features.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, debug, and troubleshoot embedded software within an existing codebase.
• Integrate new software features and specialized capabilities into existing systems.
• Perform software testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis to resolve integration and performance issues.
• Support software configuration, system integration, and troubleshooting with electronic hardware and components.
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, and test engineers during integration and testing activities.
• Review and improve existing code for reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Support documentation of software changes, configurations, test results, and technical issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with embedded software development and programming.
• Experience modifying, debugging, and troubleshooting an established or legacy codebase.
• Proficiency with embedded programming languages such as C and/or C++.
• Experience integrating new software features or capabilities into existing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating and troubleshooting software with electronics, embedded hardware, sensors, or related components.
• Experience supporting hardware/software integration and system-level testing.
• Cybersecurity or secure software development experience.
• Previous Experience Supporting DoD, Navy, Or Other Defense Systems.

Why Choose ISPA Technology?

• Competitive salary packages with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Recognition and rewards for employee contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands‑on experience supporting critical Government customer requirements while developing technical skills alongside an experienced multidisciplinary engineering team.