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Principal Software Systems Engineer (Embedded Flight Systems) at Trident Systems

Compensation

$119,000 – $190,000/yr

Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt
Posted

Description

Trident Systems is hiring a Principal Software Systems Engineer (Embedded Flight Systems) in Fairfax, Virginia. The role bridges systems and software engineering for flight and flight-like environments, defining requirements, architectures, interfaces, verification strategies, and technical plans; developing and integrating embedded flight software; supporting hardware/software integration and troubleshooting; and leading agile software development for mission-critical teams. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or systems field and at least nine years of experience in software systems engineering, embedded software, avionics, flight systems, or related aerospace or defense development. The full-time salary range is $119,000 to $190,000, with health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits.

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