About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to join a Tactical Situational Awareness group focused on next‑generation avionics and automation. This on-site position is located in Huntsville, AL and will work within an Agile team to design, implement, integrate, and verify software that supports avionics systems used in safety- and mission-critical environments.

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What You’ll Do

• Design, implement, and evaluate software using C++, Java and Python.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary research and collaborate with engineers across hardware and systems teams.
• Build and test early software prototypes and integrate them with system components.
• Implement requirements, detailed designs, integration and verification activities per established software processes.
• Work in an Agile environment, complete multiple tasks with mentor support, and follow program schedules.
• Learn new technologies, troubleshoot issues, and contribute positively to team culture.

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Qualifications — minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline.
• Familiarity with design and development using languages such as C, C++, Java, Ada, and Python.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to contribute effectively in collaborative, cross-domain development environments.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work well with others.
• U.S. citizenship is required for this role due to program/contract requirements.

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Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with the Agile software development lifecycle.
• Experience or interest in avionics, embedded systems, or safety-critical software development.

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What we offer

Some highlights of the benefits package available to hired applicants:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer match and additional employer retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional supplemental benefits (pet, home, auto, critical illness, ID theft).
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family planning resources.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives.
• Virtual doctor visits, second-opinion medical services, and child/elder care resources.
• This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

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Location, security & employment type

• Job location: Huntsville, Alabama (on-site).
• Security clearance: Not required for this posting.
• Employment type: Full time.
• Note: U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

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Compensation

• Salary range (good-faith estimate): $57,200 — $108,800 USD (annual). Final compensation depends on role level, experience, location, and other factors.

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Why apply

This role gives an early-career engineer hands-on exposure to avionics software development, interdisciplinary teams, and industry-standard software processes. You’ll join a team that values innovation and automation and helps deliver systems that improve operational safety and situational awareness.

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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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