Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks)

Chabez Tech

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Dahlgren, VA, us on site Until 9/9/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 11, 2026 Last posted July 11, 2026
Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks)

Location: Dahlgren, VA (Zip: 22448) | Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Full-Time / Permanent)

Compensation: $150,000 – $200,000 Base Salary (Competitive Market Range + Full Corporate Benefits)

 Key Responsibilities

  • Software Development: Design, write, and maintain efficient C++ code for safety-critical missile and weapon system applications.
  • Real-Time Systems: Develop and support applications running on VxWorks real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Integration & Testing: Perform hardware-software integration for missile simulators and test equipment; lead verification and validation (V&V) activities.
  • Collaboration: Work within multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure compliance with stringent defense and safety requirements.
  • Technical Artifacts: Maintain rigorous technical documentation and software development artifacts throughout the project lifecycle.

 Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Technical Skills: Extensive software development experience using C++ and VxWorks RTOS.
  • Embedded Knowledge: Understanding of real-time embedded principles, SMP (Symmetric Multi-Processing), and multi-core architectures.
  • Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is mandatory.
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is strictly required.

 Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) or Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) systems.
  • Familiarity with missile flight test programs, telemetry formats, and weapon system test equipment.

Previous experience in Defense, Aerospace, or Naval systems programs.

 

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Compensation (from employer):
150000 – 200000 USD (MONTHLY)

About this role

Summary

Develop, maintain, and support safety-critical missile system software using C++ and VxWorks RTOS.

Job title

Senior Software Engineer (C++ / VxWorks)

Experience level

senior level

Industry

defense

Location requirements

Dahlgren, VA; hybrid work arrangement allowed

Salary

$150k–$200k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

c++vxworksreal-time embeddedsecurity clearance

Preferred skills

aegis missile systemstelemetry formatsdefense aerospace naval

Specializations

c++vxworksreal-time systemsembedded
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Dahlgren, VA 22485, USA

Hybrid City