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Engineering Specialist Software
Job Description
Sterling Heights, MI
$71–$75/hour
Position Overview
Seeking an Engineering Software Specialist to support development and integration of vehicle electronic and embedded systems. This role focuses on OS/BSP development, embedded software, and hardware/software integration for ground combat vehicle platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and integrate embedded software and firmware
- Support OS/BSP development (Linux, VxWorks, RTOS)
- Perform software requirements analysis, design, and coding
- Conduct unit, functional, and integration testing
- Debug and troubleshoot across multiple test phases
- Develop software releases and configuration management
- Support hardware/software integration and system validation
- Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes
- Collaborate with Systems Engineering, QA, and Program teams
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 5–7+ years of relevant experience
Key Skills
- Programming: C, C++, C#, Java, Python
- Embedded systems & BSP development
- OS experience: Linux, VxWorks, RTOS, virtualization
- Tools: Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, Eclipse, GCC, GDB
- Experience with Yocto or Linux build systems
- Knowledge of network & serial protocols (CAN, TCP/IP, UDP, RS-232/422)
Preferred Experience
- Linux device drivers, bootloaders, memory maps
- Hypervisors (Type I/II)
- Secure systems (SELinux, secure boot, encryption)
- Vehicle network architectures (GCIA, MOSA, SOSA, FACE)
- Experience with ground combat vehicles
Additional Requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Ability to work onsite 100%
- Ability to work around military vehicles (ASR requirements may apply)
- Occasional overtime as needed
Work Environment
- Onsite –Sterling Heights, MI
- Mix of lab, prototype shop, manufacturing, and office settings
Why Join CPI?
For over 40 years, Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) has connected engineering professionals with high-impact defense and advanced technology programs. We provide dedicated recruiter support, transparent communication, and opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.
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
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.