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Software Engineer V&V
Quest Defense Systems & Solutions
Endicott, NY
Source: Quest Defense Systems & Solutions careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $90,000 — $130,000 USD per year
Employer job description
From Quest Defense Systems & Solutions's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Engineers are the reason we exist; they’re the core of who we are. Embark on a journey with us at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Engineers to shape the future of cutting-edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. What we do matters.
Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Software Engineering support to provide verification & validation tasks for the Systems for Safety Critical SW Verification. The successful candidate will independently evaluate plans, requirements, implementation, test artifacts, and processes to ensure alignment with DO-178C DAL A, regulatory requirements, and internal design specifications.
This role will be performing V&V activities in parallel with capturing the necessary information for the primary purpose of onboarding, integrating, and familiarizing themselves with client project infrastructure, standards, process, tools, environment, architecture, and so forth.
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This position is remote.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or a related engineering discipline with 4+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development in a safety or mission critical environment (i.e.: aerospace, military).
- Experience developing or developing on top of an RTOS (real-time operating system) as well as familiarity with RTOS concepts.
- Experience with developing software to DO-178C DAL A [RW1.1]standards.
- Experience with C, Python.
- Experience with Integration and Test at both system level (HW/SW integration) as well as software test (HLR/LLR).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in software engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience with ARM processors, associated System on Chip features
- Experience developing device drivers/board support packages.
- Familiar with data transfer protocols (ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, PCIe).
- Familiar with security concepts (authentication, authorization, confidentiality).
- Experience BVA (boundary value analysis), SCA (structural coverage analysis), DCCA (data and control coupling analysis).
- Good soft skills: communication, ability to perform active listening, self-manage, raise/elevate roadblocks hiccups, communicate clearly, take direction.
- Good general understanding of engineering principles to be able to adapt to new projects/environments
- 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
- Pay Ranges
- $90,000 — $130,000 USD
- 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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