About Careertakes

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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (entry-level) to join an on-site, full-time airborne systems team in Bloomington, MN. This role contributes to flight-critical systems that process mission data, identify friendly aircraft, and support weapon control and cockpit display software. The position requires U.S. citizenship and a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance (or higher) at hire or the ability to obtain one.

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What you’ll do

• Develop, test, and maintain embedded software for airborne systems using C/C++.
• Work on Linux-based embedded targets and toolchains.
• Collaborate on cross-functional teams (software, hardware, systems engineering) to deliver mission-capable solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, telemetry/debugging, and continuous integration workflows.
• Apply agile practices and contribute to software design, documentation, and verification activities.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI/automation for software improvements and testing.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Engineering, Science, Math, or related field (required).
• Practical experience or academic projects with embedded C/C++ development.
• Experience with Linux-based development or embedded Linux environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
• Current DoD Secret clearance preferred at time of hire; candidates able to obtain/maintain clearance will also be considered.

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Preferred skills & experience

• Familiarity with embedded toolchains, cross-compilation, and hardware bring-up.
• Experience with real-time or RTOS-based systems.
• Exposure to avionics or airborne systems (preferred but not required).
• Software development leadership or team project experience.
• Understanding of software engineering processes, agile methodology, and verification practices.
• Interest in applying AI or automation to software development and test.

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What we offer

• Competitive pay — USD $77,843 to USD $86,358 per year (range based on experience).
• Research-oriented, mission-driven engineering work in defense/aerospace.
• Professional growth, learning opportunities, and mentorship.
• Flexible scheduling options (example: 9/80 schedule) and strong benefits (401k matching, paid parental leave, healthcare, wellness programs, employee resource groups).
• Inclusive workplace committed to safety, security, and teamwork.

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Workplace & clearance

• Work location: On-site at the Bloomington, MN office (fully on-site).
• Security: Due to classified work, a DoD Secret clearance is required/preferred; U.S. citizenship required.
• Employment type: Full-time.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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