First IT Solutions
Rockford, IL

Software Engineer - Inspection (Permanent)

Posted Feb 27, 2026

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Location
Rockford, IL
Posted
Feb 27, 2026
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About this role

Job Description

The Software Engineer - Inspection for the Composites Division will become part of a development team that develops software dedicated to the design and manufacturing of composite structures for a variety of applications including, but not limited to, aerospace vehicles. Rank and salary dependent on background/experience.

  • Design, analysis, programming, debugging, and modification of software for composite applications
  • Investigate application engineering tasks and prepare design specifications, analysis, and recommendations
  • Support the "manufacturing process integration" for composite parts
  • Provide customer support for software deployment and maintenance
  • Ensure products and services provided by the company meet the highest standards
  • Become very knowledgeable of the entire hardware & software infrastructure for automated machine tools and robotics equipment
  • Working closely with other departments to meet the division's goals
  • Meet deadlines and company goals
  • Demonstrate continuous improvement philosophy

Qualifications

  • Programming knowledge and skills in C++ required
  • Experience developing algorithms and/or filtering methods
  • Experience in multi-threaded programming
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills
  • Solid math background with vectors, 3D geometry, transformations, etc.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexible work attitude and excellent team player
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or hold a valid green card

Experience

  • Recent industry or academic experience in Software Development
  • Any experience related to Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery, or customer support for Software Applications is a plus

Education

  • BA / BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Alternatively: BS degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering with sufficient experience in a software development environment
  • Graduate degree is a plus
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First IT Solutions
Rockford, IL