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Flight Software Engineer II
Posted: 05/12/2026
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Number: 31811
Job Location: Onsite
Industry: AERO - Aerospace
Job Description
Job Title: Flight Software Engineer II
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Flight Software Engineer II with our client located in Centennial, CO.
Job Responsibilities:
Job Qualifications:
Job Details:
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Flight Software Engineer II with our client located in Centennial, CO.
Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies.
- Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of software solutions.
- Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and collaborate with team members.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner.
- Document software configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies.
- Mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support.
Job Qualifications:
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master’s +3 yrs experience).
- Typically, 5+ years of related experience.
- Expertise in one to multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles.
- Ability to design and architect complex software systems.
- Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required
- Strong technical understanding of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming
- Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O using TCP/UDP.
- Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using PUB/SUB messaging
- Familiarity with Open Standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI)
- Experience with spacecraft flight software development
- Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software
- Demonstrated experience leading a team developing software
- Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build
- Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum
- Experience and knowledge of Software Design Patterns
- Experience using SysML/UML to create Software Designs
- Experience testing and debugging on both Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL, on target platform) environments
- Experience with Source Code Configuration Management platforms (GIT, SVN)
- Experience developing on Linux
- Experience with network configurations including netconf
- Experience with embedded programming including new board build up
- Experience optimizing computer system performance including optimization for timing.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Range: $60-$83 an hour.
- Location: Centennial, CO.
- Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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