Software Engineer – P3
Butler
Tucson, AZ · Posted June 25, 2026
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About the job
Software Engineer
Location: Tucson, AZ
Job ID: #72752
Pay Range: $70-84 ph (W2)
Duration: 6 - 12 mos
This onsite role in Tucson focuses on the design, development, and integration of software supporting factory test systems for weapon system products. The engineer works hands on with modern tools and technologies across multiple phases of the engineering lifecycle, contributing to both engineering and production environments. The position supports full lifecycle software development including applications, libraries, and instrument drivers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable test solutions.
Key deliverables for this role Design, develop, and integrate object oriented software applications in C# and C++ Support software development tasks across multiple priorities and timelines Troubleshoot software issues and test instrumentation Collaborate with cross functional engineering teams on system level solutions Develop and define requirements for software products
Success is demonstrated by independently driving software development tasks to completion, quickly resolving technical issues, and delivering robust test system capabilities that enable efficient production and sustainment operations.
Qualifications
Object Oriented Development in C# and C++ on Windows. Proven ability to design, develop, and integrate OOP applications using C# and C++ in a Windows OS environment
Microsoft Visual Studio and Debugging Expertise. Strong proficiency with Visual Studio (projects/solutions, build systems, unit testing) and debugging tools (breakpoints, call stacks, memory/threads) to troubleshoot and ensure software integrity
Test Equipment and Hardware Interface Software (Instrument Drivers). Experience building and integrating instrument drivers and hardware interface software (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP; serial/GPIB/VISA; DAQs; oscilloscopes; power supplies) for engineering and production test systems
Requirements Engineering and Software Lifecycle Discipline. Ability to derive, document, and manage software requirements, with working knowledge of Agile/Waterfall lifecycles and Software Configuration Management (version control, change control, baselines).
System Level Troubleshooting and Cross Discipline Collaboration. Hands on skill in diagnosing issues that span software, instrumentation, and test environments, and working effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Desired Skills (Nice to Have)
Integration skills of Software with Hardware
Knowledge of computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques
Knowledge of software development lifecycles, such as Waterfall and AgileTools / Technologies Required
C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic
Years of Experience Required
Minimum 5 years required
Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law
Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices .
Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at accommodations@butler.com .