Actalent

Job Title: Software EngineerJob Description

As a Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in reviewing customer specifications and referenced statutory and regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities will include preparing Validation and Verification (V&V) planning and standard documentation required for certification, capturing customer and derived requirements, and participating in creating technical documents that describe system operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Validation and Verification (V&V) planning and standard documentation required for certification.
• Capture customer and derived requirements allocated to the disciplines in a clear, complete, and unambiguous manner.
• Participate in creating technical documents describing the system operation, creating functional block diagrams, detailing specifications, and system compliance methods.
• Develop software processes per Aerospace Standards.
• Review code to ensure it meets applicable Design Assurance Level (DAL) requirements and achieve appropriate test coverage.
• Manage the preparation and release of software and logic documentation to obtain FAA/EASA product certification.
• Interface with customers and suppliers during technical discussions and reviews.
• Prepare Software Development Life Cycle Data detailing requirements, design descriptions, test requirements, and traceability.
• Coordinate with Program Managers on required resources and development.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with full development life cycle per aerospace standards RTCA/DO-178.
• Proficiency in C programming for embedded microcontroller applications.
• Ability to use standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.).
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle Data as required for civil certification (FAA in the US and/or EASA in Europe).
• Very familiar with Software development process per RTCA standard DO-178.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or applicable equivalent experience.
• Experience working with IBM Rational DOORS is desired.
• Familiarity with ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553B, RS-232/422, SPI, I2C protocols.
• Experience in Systems Integration, Traceability, and Test is a plus.
• LabVIEW and Lab Windows CVI experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio programming is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, Visio).
• Very good communication skills.

Work Environment

This position offers a challenging work environment with growth potential and a full range of benefits including an employee stock ownership plan, 401k, full medical coverage, commutation assistance, and tuition support. The company is 100% employee-owned, providing profit-sharing opportunities and the ability to make independent decisions. The work culture is supportive and inclusive, featuring annual family picnics and events. Additionally, there is a flexible working schedule, and transportation assistance is provided with shuttles to and from the Hicksville train station along with train cost support for city commuters. For salaried employees, there is a straight-time overtime policy.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainview, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $84.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plainview,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.