Senior Embedded Software Engineer
About this role
Immediately Hiring!
Build software that powers safety-critical avionics systems. Open to strong embedded engineers with partial DO-178C experience.
Quest Defense Systems & Solutions (QDSS) is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop and support mission-critical airborne software used in advanced avionics systems.
In this role, you’ll work across the full software lifecycle—from requirements and design to integration, testing, and certification—helping deliver high-reliability software in a DO-178C environment. You’ll collaborate with systems, hardware, and verification teams to solve complex problems and ensure software performs safely and reliably in real-world conditions.
Location: Remote (U.S.)
Travel: ~10% (Indianapolis, IN)
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required
What You’ll Do
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded software (C/C++ or Ada) for avionics systems
- Work across the full software lifecycle (requirements → design → code → test → certification)
- Develop software architectures and detailed designs for real-time systems
- Troubleshoot and debug issues across software, hardware, and system integration
- Support DO-178C activities, including documentation, traceability, and reviews
- Partner with verification teams on testing and code coverage (including MC/DC)
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, and certification teams
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design/code reviews
What You Bring
- 8–15+ years of experience in embedded software development
- Strong programming skills in C, C++, or Ada
- Experience working in real-time or embedded systems (RTOS)
- Experience with software development lifecycle and debugging
- Exposure to DO-178C or other safety-critical standards
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- U.S. Citizenship required
Nice to Have
- Experience with DO-178C DAL A or certification programs
- Familiarity with avionics systems or aerospace environments
- Experience with tools like DOORS, VectorCast, LDRA, or similar
- Knowledge of avionics data buses (ARINC 429, 664, MIL-STD-1553, AFDX)
- Experience with low-level software (drivers, OS, middleware)
The QDSS Advantage:
At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.
What You’ll Find Here
- Work That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.
- Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.
- A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.
Benefits Include
- Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.
Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications
At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.
Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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