Software Engineer-Developer

ST Charles, MO Posted: 4/28/2026

Job #:

217534

Engineering

Associate - W2

12 mo

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer-Developer 3, in St. Charles, MO. Job

Job Description:

We are seeking talented experienced software engineers to work with a multi-discipline engineering team to design and develop software solutions for these platforms. Engineers on this team work in all phases of the software development lifecycle. We are actively building the team to achieve a growing work scope that includes implementing real-time embedded software applications, creating models and simulations, deploying Dev Ops methodologies and development environments, developing support applications, and maintaining software configurations and processes for an Agile development lifecycle.

• On-site cafeteria offering hot meals and grab-and-go options.
• Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) providing networking, mentorship, and community engagement.
• Campus walking path and outdoor spaces for breaks, walking meetings, and wellness activities.
• Fitness and wellness programs, local commuter resources, and community events.

• Collaborate with a multi-discipline engineering team to create and implement Operational Flight Program software solutions
• Contribute in all phases of the software development lifecycle in an Agile development environment
• Develop solutions using Ada, C#, and Python
• Test your software and assist system level testing to verify correct software functionality
• Analyze problem reports and troubleshooting software defects
• Develop leadership skills and experience
• Opportunity to work directly with United States Air Force and Navy customers

• 3+ years of experience in real-time embedded software development
• 3+ years of experience in developing software using Object Oriented principles
• 3+ years of experience working in a team environment

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or equivalent experience strongly preferred
• Active U.S. secret clearance
• Experience with Ada, Python, or C#
• Experience working in an Agile software development environment
• Experience with Git or a similar version control system
• Experience developing and tracing software requirements

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and Daily Pay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled