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# Senior Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Oxford Global Resources
- **Location:** Tulsa, OK, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Simulation, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Fortran (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Containerization, Information Technology, Docker
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9183863/senior-embedded-software-engineer

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).

 - Strong experience developing embedded and/or real-time software systems.
 - Proficiency in C or C++ development, (candidates with significant Fortran or Ada experience will also be considered)
 - Experience developing software in Linux environments).
 - Strong background in software design, integration, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
 - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance., Experience supporting flight simulation, aerospace, defense, or military training systems.
 - Experience with Docker or other containerization technologies.
 - Familiarity with the Joint Synthetic Environment (JSE).
 - Experience working with avionics communication protocols such as: MIL-STD-1553,
ARINC 429, or similar aerospace and defense interfaces

## Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of a next-generation military flight simulator. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge simulation technology that provides immersive training capabilities for military aviators.

The position focuses on embedded and real-time software development, software architecture, systems integration, and testing within a Linux-based environment. A key aspect of the role involves modernizing legacy software by porting functionality from a Fortran-based platform to a modern Linux operating environment running on new hardware.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working close to hardware, and contributing to mission-critical aerospace and defense systems., Develop and maintain embedded and real-time software applications supporting advanced flight simulation systems.

 - Modernize and migrate legacy software from Fortran-based environments to modern Linux platforms.
 - Design, implement, and enhance software architecture for high-performance simulation systems.
 - Integrate software components with hardware and external system interfaces.
 - Perform software testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
 - Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
 - Support system verification, validation, and deployment activities.
 - Contribute to technical documentation and software design reviews.


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