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(VMS) Embedded Software Engineer

Apex Systems
Baltimore, MD Contractor
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Job#: 3016524

Job Description:

đŸ’» Embedded Software Engineer – C / Embedded Systems

📍 Onsite – Linthicum, MD

🔐 Active DoD Secret Clearance Required

đŸ’Œ Contract Opportunity via Apex Systems

🚀 Why This Role?

Apex Systems is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to support the development and integration of mission‑critical naval electronic warfare systems. This position offers the opportunity to work hands‑on with real‑time embedded hardware and software in a collaborative engineering environment alongside systems, firmware, and hardware engineers.

If you’re passionate about low‑level C development, real‑time systems, and supporting cutting‑edge defense technologies—this is a role where your work directly makes an impact.

🕒 Work Environment

  • 100% Onsite (no remote option)
  • Fast‑paced, collaborative engineering team
  • Located in Linthicum, MD (Aviation Blvd area)

🛠 What You’ll Do

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced electronic warfare software systems.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting planning, development, and testing of surface Navy electronic warfare systems
  • Collaborating within an Integration & Test (I&T) Integrated Product Team (IPT)
  • Communicating technical progress and status to IPT leadership
  • Developing and modifying C software to port existing applications to new hardware platforms
  • Performing unit testing with hardware in the loop
  • Supporting system‑level integration testing alongside systems engineers
  • Leveraging modern development and collaboration tools, including:
    • VS Code
    • Jenkins
    • JIRA
    • Git / BitBucket
    • Nexus
    • Confluence
✅ Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of relevant experience
  • 5 years of experience with C in embedded or real‑time environments
  • Experience working with radio frequency (RF) systems
  • Experience with digital signal processing (DSP)
  • Hands‑on experience with real‑time embedded systems using the VxWorks operating system
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
  • Experience conducting unit testing with hardware
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Active DoD Secret clearance

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience developing software for Electronic Warfare (EW) systems
  • Understanding of Electronic Warfare techniques and RF signal processing
  • Working knowledge of RF and lab test equipment, such as:
    • Network analyzers
    • Oscilloscopes
    • Signal / waveform generators
    • Synthesizers
    • Digitizers
    • Signal analyzers
EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of StaffingÂź in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to WorkÂź in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of StaffingÂź in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to WorkÂź in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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