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# Embedded Flight Software Engineer with Active Top-Secret Clearance

- **Company:** APR Consulting, Inc.
- **Location:** Redondo Beach, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $155,688.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, VxWorks, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a7558a1e19923682

## About the Role

* US Citizen required
 * Active Top Secret - SCI Clearance
 * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science discipline from an accredited university
 * Experience developing software with C++ and object-oriented programming
 * Proficiency in VxWorks 6.9 and 7.0, * Master's degree in STEM
 * Previous software experience in Java, C/C++, and Python. Must have experience in software development processes
 * Experience in Agile software development teams utilizing continuous integration and test methodologies
 * Ability to obtain/maintain SCI Security clearance

## Description

* The selected candidate will be part of a software engineering team performing embedded software development activities.
 * The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels.
 * We are seeking a software engineer to perform board-level software development and test activities.
 * Candidate will write software to test flight hardware and demonstrate connectivity, install software on, boot up, and checkout of flight hardware.


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