Flight Software Engineer

Job Title: Flight Software Engineer

Job Description

This role requires demonstrated hands-on experience in embedded flight software development through professional roles and internships. A strong foundation in bare‑metal C programming, ARM Cortex processors, and real-time operating systems (RTOS) or Embedded Linux is essential. The position involves developing low-level drivers, integrating sensors and actuators, and performing hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing to validate system performance. Proficiency in tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence, as well as MATLAB and Python, is also expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded flight software for aerospace applications.
• Create low-level drivers for communication protocols such as SPI, UART, I2C, and CAN.
• Integrate various sensors and actuators into the software systems.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop testing to ensure system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tight hardware‑software integration.
• Utilize tools like Git, Jira, and Confluence for project management and version control.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in bare‑metal C programming and ARM Cortex processors.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or Embedded Linux.
• Ability to develop low-level drivers (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN).
• Skills in integrating sensors and actuators.
• Experience in hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing.
• Familiarity with Git, Jira, and Confluence.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in MATLAB and Python.
• Experience in aerospace is a plus but not required.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced with a business casual dress code. The standard work hours are Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. There is a flexible work-from-home schedule available for two days per week.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, CO.

The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $79.00/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 hybrid position in Lafayette,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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Salary : $63 - $79