Software Engineer

SOFTWARE ENGINEER – DRIVE INNOVATION AT THE FRONTIER OF AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled
Software Engineer
to support a global leader in the aerospace industry. This full-time, 12-month consulting opportunity places you at the heart of a team developing advanced technologies that shape the future of aerospace, national security, and scientific discovery.

Be Part of High-Impact, Trailblazing Engineering
As a member of the Advanced Technology Software Engineering Team, you will work on-site in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where software drives innovation. You'll partner with physicists, superconducting foundry engineers, and fellow software engineers to deliver intuitive, high-quality user interfaces that support breakthrough technologies. Your work will directly influence product adoption, efficiency, and engineering effectiveness—making you a key contributor to major technological advancements.

What You'll Do

• Design intuitive, high-performance UI/UX solutions to maximize user adoption.
• Collaborate with end users to identify design improvements and streamline engineering workflows.
• Partner with software engineering teams to scope and plan UI/UX tasks that align with fast-moving project milestones.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts across the engineering environment.
• Potentially support backend development for legacy and new systems (if qualified).
• Work on-site with the team and participate in rotating on-call responsibilities, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 8+ years of related experience.
• Proficiency with C++ or WinForms.
• Experience designing UI/UX interfaces for legacy applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.
• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and updating WinForms applications.
• Background supporting complex legacy software suites.
• Ability to contribute to backend software development.
• Experience using the Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence).
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum processes.

Position Details

• Job Title: Software Engineer
• Job Type: Full-Time; Consultant (12 Months)
• Location: Linthicum, MD
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, First Shift (9x80); occasional on-call rotation
• Starting Pay Rate: $126.20 per hour

Why Join Us
At PDS Tech Commercial, you'll have the opportunity to support a cutting-edge aerospace leader while growing your technical expertise in one of the most advanced software engineering environments in the country. You'll be surrounded by innovators who are passionate about technology, engineering excellence, and building solutions that make an impact for generations to come. We offer competitive compensation, a strong professional network, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that push the boundaries of what's possible.

Take Your Career to the Next Level
If you're a forward-thinking engineer ready to design software that supports world-changing innovation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace.
Pay Details:
$126.20 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.