WGS Systems Jobs Hiring Now
WGS Systems is hiring for 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in electrical engineering and project & program management, with listed salaries up to about $177,000. Migrate Mate updates WGS Systems's live openings daily. WGS Systems is a defense and aerospace engineering firm specializing in systems engineering, flight test, and RF communications work for government and military programs.
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WGS Systems hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 9
- Top team
- Electrical Engineering
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 44% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Frederick
- Salary range
- $75,000–$177,000
Listed salaries for WGS Systems roles on Migrate Mate range from about $75,000 to $177,000 per year across 9 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
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- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- System software requirements definition, coordination and compliance, including functional, interface, and communications specifications
- Development of device drivers and board support packages for custom processing hardware
- Board bring-up and testing on first time custom processing hardware
- Design and develop flexible and powerful APIs to support higher level software system integration
- Perform system modeling of throughput, processor load, and memory utilization
- Software development in C/C++ with strong understanding in object-oriented programming
- Create, configure, and maintain embedded Linux systems using both prebuilt Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Arch) and custom built and configured OS (Yocto, OpenWRT)
- Have experience with Realtime Operating Systems (RTOS) such as TI-RTOS, FreeRTOS, or others.
- Develop test plans and system compliance and acceptance programs for all developed software programs and systems.
- BSCS or equivalent degree with at least 4 years of applicable experience or MS engineering degree with 3 years of applicable embedded software development experience.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and drive the system design from concept to deployment.
- Experience in project task planning and possess effective communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of professional software engineering and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
- Embedded architecture and design patterns
- Experience in object-oriented design and program.
- Experience in development of embedded software using Linux, MS Windows, VX Works, or equivalent operating systems.
- Basic system administration of computers and computer networks.
- Candidate must be a United States citizen and will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Significant experience configuring Linux build systems such as Yocto, QSDK, or OpenWRT.
- Experience with embedded real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, TI-RTOS (SYS/BIOS).
- Some experience with web application frameworks and javascript / TypeScript.
- Understanding of C/C++ memory management and POSIX standards
- Remote work is permitted although some work could be in aircraft hangars and on-board aircraft.
- Testing may require the candidate to fly on government owned and operated aircraft
- A majority of the work will be performed in Frederick, Maryland, with work in other locations in the greater Baltimore, Maryland/Washington, D.C. as required
- Occasional travel will be required
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- System software requirements definition, coordination and compliance, including functional, interface, and communications specifications
- Development of device drivers and board support packages for custom processing hardware
- Board bring-up and testing on first time custom processing hardware
- Design and develop flexible and powerful APIs to support higher level software system integration
- Perform system modeling of throughput, processor load, and memory utilization
- Software development in C/C++ with strong understanding in object-oriented programming
- Create, configure, and maintain embedded Linux systems using both prebuilt Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Arch) and custom built and configured OS (Yocto, OpenWRT)
- Have experience with Realtime Operating Systems (RTOS) such as TI-RTOS, FreeRTOS, or others.
- Develop test plans and system compliance and acceptance programs for all developed software programs and systems.
- BSCS or equivalent degree with at least 4 years of applicable experience or MS engineering degree with 3 years of applicable embedded software development experience.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and drive the system design from concept to deployment.
- Experience in project task planning and possess effective communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of professional software engineering and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
- Embedded architecture and design patterns
- Experience in object-oriented design and program.
- Experience in development of embedded software using Linux, MS Windows, VX Works, or equivalent operating systems.
- Basic system administration of computers and computer networks.
- Candidate must be a United States citizen and will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Significant experience configuring Linux build systems such as Yocto, QSDK, or OpenWRT.
- Experience with embedded real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, TI-RTOS (SYS/BIOS).
- Some experience with web application frameworks and javascript / TypeScript.
- Understanding of C/C++ memory management and POSIX standards
- Remote work is permitted although some work could be in aircraft hangars and on-board aircraft.
- Testing may require the candidate to fly on government owned and operated aircraft
- A majority of the work will be performed in Frederick, Maryland, with work in other locations in the greater Baltimore, Maryland/Washington, D.C. as required
- Occasional travel will be required
Job Roles at WGS Systems
Working at WGS Systems
WGS Systems's 9 open roles are across all levels, and about 44% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are electrical engineering, project & program management, and AI (Artificial Intelligence). WGS Systems is a small defense and aerospace engineering company focused on systems integration, electronics, software development, and RF communications for government and military customers. Roles span mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines, with a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary engineering and flight test programs. Most WGS Systems roles are based in Frederick and Hagerstown.
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How many jobs is WGS Systems hiring for right now?
WGS Systems is hiring for 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in electrical engineering and project & program management. Openings span systems engineering, software development, and RF communications disciplines. Migrate Mate pulls WGS Systems' listings directly so the count reflects positions that are actively open.
What kinds of roles does WGS Systems hire for?
The most active teams are electrical engineering, project & program management, and AI (Artificial Intelligence). WGS Systems recruits primarily for engineering disciplines including multidisciplinary systems engineering across mechanical, electronics, and software tracks, flight test engineering, RF communications systems engineering, and software engineering. Most postings are across all levels, reflecting the specialized technical nature of defense and aerospace program work.
Are WGS Systems jobs remote or in-person?
A mix of remote and on-site. About 44% of WGS Systems's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Frederick. Each WGS Systems listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at WGS Systems?
Find a WGS Systems role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to WGS Systems's own application process. WGS Systems manages its own hiring and candidate review directly. Migrate Mate keeps the listings current so you can check back for new openings without having to monitor multiple sources.
What do WGS Systems jobs pay?
Listed salaries for WGS Systems roles on Migrate Mate range from about $75,000 to $177,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Exact pay is set by WGS Systems and shown on each listing.
Does WGS Systems hire entry-level?
Most of WGS Systems's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual WGS Systems listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is WGS Systems hiring?
Most WGS Systems roles are based in Frederick and Hagerstown, and about 44% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.