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Role overview

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Software Engineer (2027 cohort) to join a multidisciplinary team building test equipment and software/hardware control systems for defense and intelligence customers. This early-career role is hands-on — you’ll write code, integrate software with hardware, help test complex systems, and contribute to automated test solutions in C4ISR and mission-critical environments. The position includes participation in a Year One (YO) onboarding program, mentorship, and opportunities to learn modern engineering practices.

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What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain software for test equipment and hardware control systems.
• Implement code in C/C++ and Java; support higher-level language tasks as needed.
• Integrate and debug SW/HW systems; run integration, regression, and requirements testing.
• Work with AI/ML services as part of product features or test automation.
• Contribute to design discussions using Object-Oriented Analysis & Design (OOAD).
• Support software deployments, product demonstrations, and system testing (may include business travel).
• Collaborate within an agile, multidisciplinary team and participate in the Year One (YO) program and peer-mentoring activities.

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Required education & experience

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with hardware knowledge — applicable electrical/hardware coursework or demonstrable hobby/experience may qualify in lieu of formal coursework for CS degrees.
• Less than or equal to 6 months of full-time software engineering experience (internships not counted toward this limit).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; US Person status is required for this government-contract role.
• Proficiency or strong familiarity with C/C++ and Java.
• Solid understanding of software design and object-oriented programming principles (OOAD).
• Basic knowledge of electronics and controlling hardware via software.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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Preferred qualifications & tools

• Master’s degree (considered for higher-level engineering band).
• Prior internship or research experience in software/hardware integration.
• Experience reading wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions.
• Familiarity with one or more of: Visual Studio, Git/BitBucket, Jira, Jenkins, .NET, Python, CI/CD pipelines, SQL.
• Extracurricular technical activities (clubs, projects, competitions) or community service demonstrating initiative.

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Compensation & benefits

• Full-time salary range: $59,023 — $100,339 per year (range provided by Confidential Client; final offer depends on experience, location, and internal equity).
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; 401(k); disability and life insurance; paid time off and holidays; parental and other leave; employee assistance programs; and discount programs. Specific benefits and eligibility will be explained during the hiring process.
• Typical schedule: 9/80 (may require periodic business travel).

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Additional information & compliance

• This role is on a U.S. government contract and requires US Person status and the ability to obtain/maintain required security clearances. Confidential Client will not sponsor immigration for this position.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Confidential Client is committed to fair hiring practices and will consider applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
• Applicants may be screened using automated tools (resume parsing or AI-assisted review) as part of an initial review; human hiring managers make final decisions.

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Keywords & search terms

• Entry Level Software Engineer Fort Worth TX
• Software Engineer C/C++ Java Fort Worth
• Hardware integration engineer
• Automated Test engineer
• C4ISR software engineer
• Entry-level software developer Texas

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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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