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# Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks)

- **Company:** I8IS INC.
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Multiprocessing, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Systems Integration, VxWorks, Real Time Systems, Integration Tests, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7dcdd08dd89bedb3

## About the Role

* Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
 * Technical Skills: Extensive software development experience using C++ and VxWorks RTOS.
 * Embedded Knowledge: Understanding of real-time embedded principles, SMP (Symmetric Multi-Processing), and multi-core architectures.
 * Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is mandatory.
 * Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is strictly required., * Experience with Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) or Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) systems.
 * Familiarity with missile flight test programs, telemetry formats, and weapon system test equipment.
 * Previous experience in Defense, Aerospace, or Naval systems programs.

## Description

This is a high-level engineering position focused on the design, development, integration, and testing of software for missile and weapon systems. You will work in a hybrid capacity to deliver robust, real-time software solutions that ensure the operational success of mission-critical defense platforms., * Software Development: Design, write, and maintain efficient C++ code for safety-critical missile and weapon system applications.

 * Real-Time Systems: Develop and support applications running on VxWorks real-time operating systems (RTOS).
 * Integration & Testing: Perform hardware-software integration for missile simulators and test equipment; lead verification and validation (V&V) activities.
 * Collaboration: Work within multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure compliance with stringent defense and safety requirements.
 * Technical Artifacts: Maintain rigorous technical documentation and software development artifacts throughout the project lifecycle.


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