Temporary Software Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Description

One of our federal government clients is looking to add to their team of Embedded Software Engineers based out of Manhattan Beach CA.

The Software Engineer will develop software which will operate in a resource constrained target environment with soft and hard real time requirements for various flight/space/ground systems. The software will typically implement complex data analysis data routing and/or control systems algorithms. Candidate will need familiarity with various processors memory and I/O architectures and be able to implement both procedural and object-oriented software in C. Candidates will work with real-time operating systems such as VxWorks or Linux and their associated host/development environments and tools.

Designs develops documents tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning design development and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product software. Determines overall system and user needs analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent output requirements input data acquisition programming techniques and controls prepares operating instructions designs and develops utility programs. Ensure software standards are met.

Skills

C++, linux, object oriented programming, Software development

Top Skills Details

C++,linux,object oriented programming

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Candidates should have academic and work experience in software engineering and development across the full life cycle for automated test sets/test systems on aerospace programs. Candidates should have experience working in a process-oriented environment utilizing waterfall spiral or agile processes. Candidates should also have strong verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable working on large teams with talented engineering from other engineering disciplines in a lab environment.

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering Computer Science or Software Engineering from an ABET university with minimum 5 years software development experience

- Experience with Object-Oriented software design and C programming

- Experience executing in a RTOS environment i.e. FreeRTOS RT-Linux GH Integrity

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment with rapid development

- Active Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience across the various life cycle phases including software systems architecture development requirements definition and analysis OO development code and unit test system integration and test

- Experience with lab instruments such as noise and signal generators logic spectrum and network analyzers and power sources and switches

- Experience with hardware validation and verification of RF digital or mixed signal devices

Candidates must have an Active US Government Secret or Top Secret Clearance.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $75.00/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 Redondo Beach,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.