Software Engineer

Chipton Ross

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of C++ programming experience
  • 4+ years of Python programming experience
  • 6+ years of experience with Linux
  • 3+ years in Hardware troubleshooting/Integration
  • 6+ years of software debugging experience
  • 3+ years leading a team of engineers

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor integration engineers with technical guidance and code reviews
  • Develop, integrate, and debug software to meet performance and safety standards
  • Own and optimize CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery
  • Architect and enhance virtual development labs and software processes
  • Design and implement automation tools to promote reusable frameworks
  • Act as technical liaison with mission-system experts and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Full-time work hours with a 4/10 schedule
  • 1st shift work hours
  • Potential eligibility for access to classified information
  • Contingent employment on clearing a drug screen and background check
Full Job Description
Job Description
Job #218970

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Fort Worth, TX.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • 6+ years of C++ programming experience
  • 4+ years of Python programming experience
  • 6+ years of experience with Linux
  • 3+ years of Hardware troubleshooting/Integration
  • 6+ years of experience with software debugging
  • 3+ years of Experience leading a team of engineers


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and mentor a team of integration engineers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice standards.
  • Develop, integrate, and debug software across the above platforms, ensuring solutions meet mission-critical performance and safety requirements.
  • Own and optimize CI/CD pipelines, implementing reliable, repeatable builds and fostering continuous-delivery culture.
  • Architect and enhance virtual development labs and aircraft-software processes, driving scalability and usability.
  • Design and implement automation tools using open-source, commercial, and in-house solutions, championing reusable frameworks.
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts, acting as the technical liaison with mission-system experts, simulation specialists, and stakeholder groups.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • Experience with software integration, debugging, and system level testing.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
  • Proficiency in scripting/automation languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.).
  • Knowledge of aircraft or mission system software development cycles
  • Exposure to simulated environments and hardware in the loop testing.


REQUIRED EDUCATION

  • Accredited Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline


WORK HOURS

  • Full-Time
  • 4/10 work schedule
  • 1st Shift


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.


For more information, please apply or contact:

Anthony Ho 800.927.9318 x256
[email protected]

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