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Senior Software Systems Engineer

Ensco

Endicott, NY · $95k–$140k a year · Posted May 14, 2026

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About the job

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

ENSCO Avionics, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Sr Software Systems Engineer skilled in software integration and verification for embedded avionic engine and flight control systems. The test software will be developed using C code or customer-based scripts and run in Lab environment on the test simulation systems. Knowledge of hardware integration and debug will be a plus though not required for the position. Integration will include software emulators and debuggers to control the system down to the lowest level of operation. The position will require the development of formal Requirements Based Test procedures. The requirements, test procedures, and results will be placed in CM system and traced via DOORS to meet DO-178C standards. The position will include a good mix of requirements review, software development, simulation testing, and system level testing in avionic lab environment.

Qualifications Required • Bachelor's or equivalent with 5+ years of related experience • Experience with Avionic software development through the Stage of Involvement SOI process. • Experience with formal requirements and developing software test cases and procedures. • Experience with HW/SW debug with embedded control systems • Excellent verbal communication skills - must be able to communicate effectively in teleconferences with suppliers, clients, and colleagues • Excellent interpersonal skills including working in team environments • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Secret Security clearance, for which you must be a U.S. citizen.

Qualifications Desired • Experience with Lab environment integration • Experience with Embedded software environments such as VxWorks or similar real time toolset • Experience with Test Equipment Script languages such as CsGTI or Python • Experience with Configuration systems such as RAZOR, Synergy, and GITHUB

Required Certifications: None U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes Security Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug (Avionics) Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range $95,000 — $140,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here .

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability