Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks)

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks) Location: Dahlgren, VA (Zip: 22448) | Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Full-Time / Permanent) Compensation: $150,000 – $200,000 Base Salary (Competitive Market Range + Full Corporate Benefits) Key Responsibilities Software Development: Design, write, and maintain efficient C++ code for safety-critical missile and weapon system applications. Real-Time Systems: Develop and support applications running on VxWorks real-time operating systems (RTOS). Integration & Testing: Perform hardware-software integration for missile simulators and test equipment; lead verification and validation (V&V) activities. Collaboration: Work within multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure compliance with stringent defense and safety requirements. Technical Artifacts: Maintain rigorous technical documentation and software development artifacts throughout the project lifecycle. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Technical Skills: Extensive software development experience using C++ and VxWorks RTOS. Embedded Knowledge: Understanding of real-time embedded principles, SMP (Symmetric Multi-Processing), and multi-core architectures. Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is mandatory. Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is strictly required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) or Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) systems. Familiarity with missile flight test programs, telemetry formats, and weapon system test equipment. Previous experience in Defense, Aerospace, or Naval systems programs. Kindly share resume at viraj(@)chabeztech.com All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.