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Contractor Software Specialist
Job Description
Contractor Software Specialist
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Pay Range: $50-$54/hour
Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, professional development, and 9/80 schedule
About the Role
Join our client’s advanced engineering team in Sterling Heights as a Contractor Software Specialist, where you’ll design, develop, and test mission-critical software for next-generation ground combat vehicles. This position plays a key role in building and maintaining the software development environments and embedded systems that power advanced vehicle electronics, weapon systems, and diagnostics.
Key Responsibilities
·Design, configure, and test software development environments used for code, documentation, and testing artifacts
·Develop software documentation and code across multiple vehicle domains including board support, DSP, power management, lethality, deployment, and diagnostics
·Perform software requirements analysis and translate specifications into design and implementation plans
·Develop detailed software designs using approved department tools and standards
·Write, test, and debug software code in C, C++, Ada, and related environments
·Conduct hardware/software integration and resolve system-level software issues
·Develop and execute test procedures, including unit and functional testing
·Manage configuration and release integration for multiple software components (CSCI-level integration)
·Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Project Management, and Software Quality teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance
·Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
Required Qualifications
·Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
·5–7+ years of professional software engineering experience
·Experience with tools and languages such as GIT, Bitbucket, Ada, C, C++, Qt, Yocto, and Workbench
·Hands-on experience working in mixed OS environments (VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, Virtualization, BSPs, GVOS)
·Proficiency with serial and network protocols (RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP/IP)
·Experience with Linux system image build tools (Yocto preferred)
·Familiarity with Eclipse, gcc, DOORs, Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence, gdb, or QT
·Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
·U.S. Citizenship required due to nature of work
Preferred Qualifications
·Experience with ground combat vehicle network architectures
·Familiarity with GCIA, MOSA, SOSA, and FACE standards
·Experience with Linux device drivers, bootloaders, and system programming
·Knowledge of cybersecurity principles —authentication, nonrepudiation, confidentiality, and integrity
·Experience with Type I & II hypervisors and embedded system security
·Comfortable working in prototype, laboratory, and manufacturing environments
·Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Additional Information
·Ability to climb on/off and work around military vehicles required (ASR test)
·Overtime may be required during peak project phases
·Opportunity to work on high-impact defense programs in a dynamic, cross-functional engineering setting
Why Join CPI?
·Contribute to mission-critical defense projects that shape the future of military technology
·Work alongside experienced engineers in a cutting-edge development environment
·Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a balanced 9/80 work schedule
About CPI:
Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), founded by a U.S. Air Force veteran, connects skilled technical professionals with leading employers across the defense, aerospace, and mobility industries.
https://www.Cpijobs.Com/
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Jimmy Tallent
Technical Recruiter
As a proud U.S. Army veteran with an extensive 28-year service record, Jimmy Tallent dedicated two decades of his life to active duty and an additional eight years in the Army Reserve, contributing his time, talent and commitment to various vital aspects of military service. His journey has been diverse, spanning roles in aviation, transportation, and recruiting, allowing him to develop a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the military landscape.
Originally hailing from the city of Chattanooga, TN, Jimmy embarked on his military career with a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Throughout his tenure, he served in dynamic and challenging roles, which included the precision and expertise demanded by the aviation industry, the strategic logistics of transportation, and the interpersonal and leadership skills required in the recruiting field.
In addition to his rich military experience, he pursued and earned a degree in business management, further enhancing his knowledge and capabilities. With this academic achievement, coupled with his practical experience, positioned him as a professional with a comprehensive understanding of both military and business landscapes.
Today, Jimmy is excited to leverage his leadership, organizational, and strategic skills at Contract Professionals, Inc. Jimmy is driven by his commitment to excellence, his discipline instilled through years of military service, and his passion for overcoming challenges. He approaches every opportunity with the same dedication and integrity, which defined his military career.