• Embedded Software Engineer

    Actalent (Tustin, CA)


    Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob Description

     

    As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, implement, and certify flight control software for a spaceflight vehicle. You will play a crucial role in developing safety-critical software, ensuring traceability, and conducting thorough review and verification processes.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and implement flight control software for spaceflight vehicles.

    + Develop safety-critical software with a focus on traceability, review, and verification.

    + Collaborate with an agile software engineering team to ensure the delivery of high-quality software.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages.

    + Experience in C programming.

    + Extensive experience in software development, particularly safety-critical systems.

    + Knowledge of flight control software development.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

    Work Environment

    Join an agile software engineering team dedicated to the development of safety-critical software. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the Delta space plane project as it approaches its launch dates in late 2026.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Tustin, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $95.00/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 hybrid position in Tustin,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.