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Embedded Software Engineer C++ RHEL | Missile Defense


Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 90000 - 120000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Embedded Software Engineer

C / RHEL Missile Defense

Full-Time with an Employee Owned and Best Places to Work Contractor

Onsite in Huntsville AL Schedule: 9x80

We are hiring an Embedded Software Engineer in Huntsville AL to support the Ground Missile Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS) a mission-critical component of the U.S. Missile Defense System. This role requires an active Secret security clearance and experience with embedded C software development Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) hardware/software integration Agile development and Atlassian tools supporting Department of Defense (DoD) missile defense applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Design develop test and maintain embedded software supporting the Ground Missile Defense (GMD) Weapon System.
  • Develop embedded software applications using C in a Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environment.
  • Support hardware/software (HW/SW) integration debugging and system-level testing.
  • Collaborate with systems software and hardware engineers throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Participate in Agile software development activities including sprint planning backlog refinement and technical reviews.
  • Utilize Atlassian tools to manage development tasks track progress and support team collaboration.
  • Troubleshoot software defects and support software integration verification and deployment activities.
  • Contribute to the development of reliable scalable and maintainable software solutions supporting mission-critical defense systems.
  • Travel up to 10% as required to support program objectives.

Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
  • Active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
  • Bachelors degree in Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) or a related technical discipline from an accredited university.
  • Bachelors degree with 2 years of related experience or a Masters degree in a STEM discipline with no professional experience required.
  • Experience developing embedded software using C.
  • Experience developing software in a Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environment.
  • Experience supporting hardware/software (HW/SW) integration activities.
  • Familiarity with Atlassian tools and Agile software development methodologies.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% as required.
  • Ability to work onsite in Huntsville Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Software Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience supporting Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground Missile Defense (GMD) or other Department of Defense missile defense programs.
  • Experience using National Instruments LabVIEW.
  • Current CompTIA Security certification.
  • Active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

Full-Time position with an Employee-Owned company offering a comprehensive benefits package: Medical Dental and Vision insurance Short-Term and Long-term Disability and Life Insurance FSA Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k) Plan with company match Tuition and Training Reimbursement and Incentive Compensation. Estimated Salary Range: $90000 - $120000/Yearly (Based on factors such as Government labor categories (LCATs) education experience geographic location etc.)

We are honored to have been named a contender for the Best Places to Work award from the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce since 2020 and recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents since 2022. This designation underscores our ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace culture that supports working parents and their families.

Moseley Technical Services Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer

What to Expect

Moseley Technical Services Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense manufacturing government and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have achieved our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity transparency and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of World Class Service. World Class Company.


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