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Actalent Embedded Software Engineer in Carson, California
Avionics/Aerospace Embedded Software Engineer
Job Description
As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the verification, testing, integration, and development of software. Your role will involve upgrading code and performing development testing. You will utilize shell scripting and automated setups within a Windows environment, contributing to the verification process.
Responsibilities
Verify, test, and integrate software components.
Develop and upgrade software code.
Perform development testing and ensure software quality.
Utilize shell scripting for automation and verification tasks.
Work within the DO-178 process for avionics software.
Essential Skills
Expertise in embedded software development.
Experience with DO-178 processes in aerospace, defense, or aviation industries.
Basic understanding of PowerShell or shell scripting.
Knowledge of verification setups for avionics software.
Proficiency in embedded C, C++, and Python.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with power electronics and motor control.
Familiarity with digital signal processors (DSP) such as TMS family from Texas Instruments.
Experience in sensor and motorized valve technologies.
Understanding of high power and water waste product systems.
Experience with rigorous testing lifecycles in aerospace and defense applications.
Work Environment
The position is fully onsite in a large production warehouse with engineering offices located upstairs. The role offers flexibility in start and leave times, with most team members arriving between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM and working an 8-hour day. The position is a long-term contract, with extensions every 6 months, and many employees remain with the company for years.
*This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Carson, CA.
Pay and Benefits
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Carson,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.