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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Naval Air Station Point Mugu, CA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), IBM Rational ClearCase, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, DOORS (Software), Safety Critical Systems, Git, Bitbucket
- **Published:** May 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8927119/embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

C++ is MOST important

 * Embedded real-time software development (RTOS environments)
 * Programming in Ada, C/C++, C#, and Python
 * Object-oriented software development (OOP)
 * Agile / Scrum methodology experience
 * Version control tools (Git, Bitbucket, ClearCase)
 * Debugging and defect resolution in complex systems
 * Collaboration across cross-functional engineering teams
 * Experience with tools like DOORS, Jira, Confluence
 * Familiarity with embedded Linux, Windows, and Green Hills Integrity RTOS
 * Strong communication and teamwork skills, * Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (required)
 * U.S. Citizenship (required)
 * Experience across full software development lifecycle (SDLC), especially within DoD programs
 * Background in real-time embedded systems and hardware/software integration
 * Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) systems preferred
 * Familiarity with large-scale, safety-critical systems development
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
 * Ability to operate effectively in structured, compliance-heavy environments
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

 * Opportunity to work on mission-critical defense systems that directly impact national security
 * Participation in cutting-edge aerospace and electronic warfare technologies
 * Strong culture of innovation, intellectual curiosity, and engineering excellence
 * Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified programs
 * Career growth through exposure to large-scale, complex systems engineering environments
 * Being part of a company with a legacy of historic technological achievements

## Description

This role involves developing and maintaining embedded real-time software systems in a highly collaborative, mission-critical defense environment.
The engineer will work as part of an Agile scrum team to design, develop, and test software, resolve system defects, and participate in peer and milestone reviews. The role also requires close coordination with customers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure system performance and integration success.


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