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Job Title: Software Engineer
This Software Engineer role supports the Machinery Control Systems (MCS) branch for U.S. Navy LHA and LHD class ships. You will work on mission‑critical, custom software used to monitor and control shipboard machinery and systems. The software is highly specialized and non‑commercial, and you will receive comprehensive training on the system upon joining.
This position is well suited for early‑career to mid‑level engineers seeking long‑term stability, exposure to defense programs, and hands‑on work with real operational systems.
Essential Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
You will work in a secure, regulated engineering environment focused on mission‑critical software for naval machinery control systems. The role involves a mix of office‑based software development and occasional on‑site shipboard testing and installations.
You will use tools such as Jira and Confluence for tracking work and documentation, and you will develop and support software running in Windows and/or Linux environments, often interfacing with VME or PLC‑style control hardware and shipboard I/O devices. The position offers long‑term stability, exposure to defense programs, and the opportunity to see your software operate on real ships in operational settings.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $46.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 28, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.
With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.
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.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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