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We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the sustainment, modernization, and enhancement of the U.S. Navy's SPY-1 Radar System in Crane, Indiana. This engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining embedded software solutions that support one of the Navy's most mission-critical radar and defense systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex real-time embedded software challenges, support legacy system modernization efforts, and contribute directly to national defense capabilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in embedded software development, system integration, software architecture, and C/C++ development within highly technical environments. Located in Crane, Indiana, this role supports advanced radar sustainment efforts in partnership with Navy stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, systems, hardware, and test engineers.

• Design, develop, maintain, and modernize embedded software applications supporting SPY-1 Radar and related defense system technologies.
• Analyze existing software systems and legacy codebases to identify functionality, reverse-engineer requirements, and implement scalable software solutions.
• Lead software modernization initiatives, including refactoring and enhancement of existing C/C++ applications.
• Drive system-level software design across embedded and real-time computing environments.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, systems engineering, and test teams to ensure successful software integration and mission performance.
• Develop and implement software architectures that prioritize performance, maintainability, reliability, and long-term sustainment.
• Support hardware/software integration activities, troubleshooting efforts, and performance optimization in complex embedded environments.
• Define and execute software verification and validation strategies, including automated testing and system-level evaluations.
• Participate in requirements development, requirements traceability, configuration management, and design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across software development activities.
• Support software deployment, system integration, and testing efforts within laboratory and operational environments.
• Contribute to Agile development activities, technical planning, and engineering process improvements.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience.
• Experience in the Full Lifecycle Development.
• Proficiency in programming languages: C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with automated test frameworks, scripting, and test tools used for software validation (Python, MATLAB, or similar).
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
• Proficient in software validation, bash, cameo, doors, and azure devops.

• Experience supporting SPY-1 Radar, Aegis Combat System, SPY-6, naval combat systems, radar systems, sensor systems, or mission-critical defense platforms.
• Experience within Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, aerospace, defense, or government-contracted engineering environments.
• Familiarity with radar systems, signal processing applications, RF systems, or tactical weapon systems.
• Experience supporting software sustainment, modernization, or reverse-engineering efforts on legacy systems.

The role is primarily onsite at the facility, with a preference for 100% onsite work but potentially open to an arranged hybrid schedule. Employees work a 9/80 schedule, operating in an office setting and utilizing lab environments as needed. The opportunity includes working on mission-critical technology that protects National Security, with the chance to engage in all phases from design to sustainment. The position offers long-term stable work with projected product operation through 2065 and high growth potential as the demand scales.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Odon, IN.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Odon,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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