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Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. · Remote

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
82 days
Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 83 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.'s roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.
high
53 stale, 6 reposted of 53 open
Hiring momentum
75 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-25

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About this role

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, you will design and implement foundational software components for next-generation avionics systems. Your responsibilities will include creating reusable libraries, developing I/O frameworks, and ensuring compliance with certification standards. Collaboration with system architects and contribution to long-term software infrastructure strategy will also be key aspects of your role.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 8+ years of experience in embedded software development and/or testing
  • Proven expertise in C++ and object-oriented design for embedded systems
  • Working knowledge of I/O architecture, protocol handling, and data management
  • Background in developing certifiable software (DO-178 DAL A preferred)
  • Proficiency in HLR/LLR generation, review, and traceability
  • Quick learner with strong initiative and drive

Nice to have

  • Strong experience with ARINC-653 partitioning and low-level application design
  • Hands-on experience with VxWorks RTOS
  • Familiarity with toolchains and CI/CD environments supporting configuration management and verification (Atlassian Suite, Jama, Coverity, Rapita, etc)
  • Designed and implemented non-volatile data storage systems (e.g., EEPROM, flash, or NVRAM) for configuration or state retention
  • Experience with persistent and transient log storage, including rollover and data retention policies

What you get

  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Professional development support
  • Flexible, friendly workplace

Worth weighing

  • Remote role with up to 10% travel to Cedar Rapids, IA
  • No salary listed in the benefits section, but pay range is provided
  • Focus on safety-critical systems may require rigorous adherence to standards and processes

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