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# Embedded Software Engineer - C++ / RHEL | Missile Defense

- **Company:** Moseley Technical Services, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), CompTIA Security+, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, LabVIEW, Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Software Troubleshooting, System-level Testing, Atlassian Tools
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9019249/embedded-software-engineer-c-rhel-missile-defense

## About the Role

* U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
 * Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
 * Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or a related technical discipline from an accredited university.
 * Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with no professional experience required.
 * Experience developing embedded software using C++.
 * Experience developing software in a Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environment.
 * Experience supporting hardware/software (HW/SW) integration activities.
 * Familiarity with Atlassian tools and Agile software development methodologies.
 * Ability to travel up to 10% as required.
 * Ability to work onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related technical discipline.
 * Experience supporting Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Ground Missile Defense (GMD), or other Department of Defense missile defense programs.
 * Experience using National Instruments LabVIEW.
 * Current CompTIA Security+ certification.
 * Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

## Description

We are hiring an Embedded Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL to support the Ground Missile Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS), a mission-critical component of the U.S. Missile Defense System. This role requires an active Secret security clearance and experience with embedded C++ software development, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), hardware/software integration, Agile development, and Atlassian tools supporting Department of Defense (DoD) missile defense applications., * Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software supporting the Ground Missile Defense (GMD) Weapon System.

 * Develop embedded software applications using C++ in a Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environment.
 * Support hardware/software (HW/SW) integration, debugging, and system-level testing.
 * Collaborate with systems, software, and hardware engineers throughout the software development lifecycle.
 * Participate in Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and technical reviews.
 * Utilize Atlassian tools to manage development tasks, track progress, and support team collaboration.
 * Troubleshoot software defects and support software integration, verification, and deployment activities.
 * Contribute to the development of reliable, scalable, and maintainable software solutions supporting mission-critical defense systems.
 * Travel up to 10% as required to support program objectives.


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