Entry Level Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

Job#: 3046194
Job Description:
Embedded Software Engineer 3
Location: Rolling Meadows, Illinois (Onsite)
Clearance: Secret Clearance
Role Overview
We are seeking an Engineer for Embedded Software to support our RF Software department. This position involves the design, development, operation, and maintenance of software components and computing systems for engineering, scientific, and manufacturing applications. The role requires applying appropriate standards and tools throughout the system development life cycle for products such as laboratory simulation systems and aircraft protection and display systems.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, operate, and maintain software components and computing systems.
• Apply standards, processes, procedures, and tools for engineering applications and products.
• Develop software for laboratory simulation systems, aircraft protection and display systems, and electrical systems.
• Interface with other engineering functions and program staff.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in a STEM field.
• Experience with Object Oriented Programming in C++11.
• Experience testing, debugging, and integrating Embedded Software on target hardware using real-time operating systems.
• Must be willing and able to obtain an active DOD secret clearance within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DOD Secret Clearance
• A Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Batch.
• Experience with software development methodologies, including Agile, in a team environment.
• Experience testing, debugging, and integrating Embedded Software on target hardware using VxWorks.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork capability, and interpersonal communication skills.

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