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Senior Embedded Software Engineer - C++/VxWorks - Secret Clearance

Medinext Global LLCDahlgren, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - C++/VxWorks - Secret Clearance

Introduction:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong C++ and VxWorks experience to support mission-critical defense programs. This role involves software development, integration, testing, and support of real-time embedded systems used in advanced weapon and missile system environments.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain C++ software applications
  • Support VxWorks-based real-time systems
  • Perform software integration and testing
  • Execute verification and validation activities
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Maintain technical documentation throughout the software lifecycle

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Extensive experience with C++ software development
  • Hands-on experience with VxWorks RTOS
  • Strong understanding of embedded real-time systems
  • Experience with SMP and multi-core architectures
  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Aegis BMD or AAW systems
  • Missile flight test experience
  • Telemetry formats and weapon system test equipment experience
  • Defense, Aerospace, or Naval systems background

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Skills

Embedded Systems
C++

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