Senior Software Integration Engineer

Job Title: Sr Software Integration Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer to join a dynamic defense team. This role focuses on integrating multiple software components, modules, and third-party libraries into a cohesive, functional system for our space-based platforms. The ideal candidate will create and manage the software integration environment, develop automation scripts, and troubleshoot complex issues at the intersection of different software modules.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on integration of various software components, including firmware, embedded applications, and signal processing algorithms, onto target hardware.
• Develop and maintain software integration plans, procedures, and automated scripts to streamline the build and deployment process.
• Collaborate closely with software development and systems engineering teams to define software interfaces (APIs) and resolve integration dependencies.
• Configure, manage, and maintain the software integration environment, including build servers, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues during software integration, performing root cause analysis and implementing solutions across teams.
• Document integration processes, software builds, and release configurations to ensure repeatability and traceability.
• Support system-level testing by providing stable software builds and assisting with software-hardware integration verification.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in CI/CD, integration, and version control.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and scripting in Python and Bash.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and embedded systems.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and software-hardware integration.
• Minimum of 5+ years in software integration, DevOps, or software engineering, preferably in aerospace, defense, or telecommunications environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with version control systems such as GitLab CI.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance is preferred.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position initially based in Lanham, with a future relocation to the NoVa/DC area. As the first software hire for the defense team, the role offers high ownership, rapid learning, and real-world impact—balanced against the intensity and demands of a fast-scaling aerospace startup. The position involves working on an innovative global satellite-to-cellular network.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lanham, MD.

The pay range for this position is $170000.00 - $190000.00/yr.

Comprehensive benefits are offered as this is a direct placement role.

This is a hybrid position in Lanham,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.