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Software Development Engineer, Sr.-Embedded-Defense-Onsite Position

Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Santa Clarita, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2025
💰 $151,400/yr($104,800/yr$151,400/yr)

About the role

Software Development Engineer-Embedded- Defense- Onsite

We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Development Engineer to join our team in Santa Clarita CA!

As our Software Development Engineer, you will perform activities under all software lifecycle phases from planning to release, and subsequent maintenance and support. You will act as a technical expert in the architecture design, development, coding, testing and debugging of new software for embedded systems or enhancements to existing software, while demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility, commitment to quality, and maintaining a positive and productive collaboration within the team.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA-Onsite

Salary: $104,800-$151,400 per year plus potential bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in CA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challange:

  • Design, implement, test, and debug new embedded software

  • Support or develop enhancements to existing embedded software

  • Work with technical staff to understand and develop resolution of software problems

  • Resolve customer complaints with software and respond to suggestions for software modifications or enhancements

  • Develop and maintain software technical documentation, including software planning, requirements, design, test, and user manuals

  • Interface with hardware development team to resolve hardware bring-up issues

  • Participate in peer reviews for requirements, design, documentation, or source code, and collaborate with team members

  • Apply established software development processes and participate in process improvement opportunities

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer, Software or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

  • Minimum of four years’ experience in Embedded Software development

  • Experience leading software development projects preferred

  • Proficiency with software development in ANSI C, and scripting languages such as Python

  • Experience of software development under Linux and RTOS systems (e.g VxWorks)

  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks for software development (e.g. DO178C, MISRA C/C++)

  • Familiarity with Hardware/Software integration and use of lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Power supplies, etc.)

  • Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and component datasheets

  • BSPs and device driver development under Linux and VxWorks preferred

  • Familiarity with Software Cybersecurity tools preferred

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution. 

Some of the services we provide are:

  • System-level architecture

  • Highly skilled program management

  • Industry-leading engineering services

  • Turnkey system design

  • Production capabilities that range from early prototype phase through volume production

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Company

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

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