Performance Software and its sister company, Talent Tier, are midsize companies with a great work-life balance, providing innovative software and hardware to our client companies. We are a medium-size company having been in business for over 25 years with never having a layoff and very low turnover 2–4% per year. Our company is very dedicated to a great work/life balance.

We are looking for passionate Software Developers to design and develop software solutions for state-of-the-art safety-critical systems in the areas of Avionics and Space Exploration to join our team. Positions include full-time or hourly, Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, and a 12% company paid individual IRA contribution for full-time employees. This position is located on-site in St. Louis.

Salary Range: $75,000-$145,000 DOE

Experience Required:

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

Bachelors or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent development experience.
Avionics software development experience including DAL A or LOR Level 1 certification experience is required.
Proficiency in either ADA or C++.
Real time embedded software experience is required.

About Performance and Talent Tier:

Performance Software and its sister company, Talent Tier, are engaged in the design of Real-time Embedded Software and Hardware. This includes Avionics and Space Exploration applications such as Synthetic Vision Cockpit Displays, Flight Management System Guidance and Navigation, Platforms, and Datalink Applications. Our customers are both Commercial and Defense-related avionics and rocketry suppliers/manufacturers. Performance Software has been in business since 1998; we were awarded INC Magazine 5000 Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work for multiple years. Both companies have locations in Phoenix, AZ, New Orleans, LA, Grand Rapids, MI, Clearwater, FL, Bothell, WA, Cedar Rapids, IA with other remote employees across the states.

Why Performance or Talent Tier?

Our foundation was built by implementing the characteristics from large companies that we liked and eliminating the characteristics that we did not. Without the archaic practices from larger organizations, we fully embrace the culture of clear accountability, a positive attitude, transparency between every department, and productivity over the clock. This builds trust between management and employees, which provides us with our greatest strengths as an organization, flexibility, and work life balance.

Competitive Benefits:

Our full-time team members receive competitive salaries plus a contribution, totally paid for by our company every paycheck to an individual IRA equal to 12% of your salary. Flexible hours. Our team members are provided health/dental/vision insurance coverage plus STD/LTD coverage, separate paid sick time and vacation days, and major holidays. Hourly employees are paid a very competitive rate with medical/dental/vision benefits available.

Performance Software and Talent Tier are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.

To learn more about Performance Software: https://www.psware.com/careers/

About the company

PSW provides software and systems engineering services focused on embedded avionics and full life-cycle development that can be certifiable to DO-178B Level A, and also develops critical software for power distribution and medical devices. It handles end-to-end life-cycle activities—requirements, design, integration, verification, and certification—to deliver on-time, on-budget programs that meet aviation safety standards. The company differentiates itself with deep embedded avionics expertise, DO-178B Level A certification capabilities, and a track record as a preferred supplier to Tier‑1 avionics firms, supported by a nationwide footprint. Its goal is to help customers bring critical, certifiable software and systems to flight or operation on schedule.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Phoenix, Arizona

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

June 2026 Inc. Best Workplaces recognition supports recruiting in a tight engineering market.
April 2025 Phoenix expansion and hardware lab investment indicate continuing customer demand.
2026 Collins Aerospace work on ARC-210 and KC-135 programs suggests active avionics backlog.

What critics are saying

Performance Software stays dependent on aerospace and defense budgets through 2026.
Auvation integration after early-2025 acquisition distracts leaders and strains delivery consistency.
A major Collins Aerospace loss or customer insourcing could crush PSW’s pipeline within 12 months.

What makes Performance Software unique

DO-178B Level A avionics certification and embedded systems depth remain PSW’s moat.
April 2025 Phoenix HQ added a larger hardware lab for integration and testing.
More than 25 years and 500 programs signal trusted execution with Tier-1 suppliers.

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Jun 30th, 2026

Performance Software named to Inc.'s 2026 Best Workplaces list.

Performance Software named to Inc.'s 2026 Best Workplaces list. Annual list recognizes the businesses that set the standard for workplace success and awards excellence in company culture PHOENIX, AZ, June 30, 2026 - Performance Software is proud to announce it has been named to Inc.'s 2026 Best Workplaces list. The annual list recognizes American companies that have built exceptional workplaces and vibrant cultures that support their teams and businesses, whether in-person, remote, or hybrid. This recognition reflects what employees say makes Performance Software stand out, including a strong team culture, workplace flexibility, and senior leadership's commitment to diversity. In employee feedback, the words that best described Performance Software's company and culture were Flexible, Engaging, and Challenging - a reflection of the company's commitment to supporting employees while giving them opportunities to grow, collaborate, and contribute to complex, mission-critical programs. "This recognition is meaningful and encouraging," said Raj Ghate, CEO of Performance Software. "It affirms that we are on the right track while continuing to strengthen what has always made Performance special: our people, our culture, and our shared commitment to doing meaningful work together. This recognition belongs to our employees. Their talent, teamwork, and commitment to our culture are what continue to make Performance unique." The award is the result of a comprehensive measurement and evaluation of hundreds of applicants. The process included a detailed employee survey conducted by Quantum Workplace, covering key elements such as management effectiveness, perks, professional development, and overall company culture. Each company's benefits were also audited to determine the overall score. Performance Software is honored to be included among the 507 companies recognized this year. Performance Software is a proud Arizona-based engineering services and solutions firm specializing in certified software and hardware for aerospace, defense, and other safety-critical industries. Since its founding in Phoenix in 1998, Performance has grown to more than 400 employees, supported over 500 mission-critical programs, and expanded to eight offices across the U.S., the U.K., and the Philippines. Performance remains committed to building a flexible, engaging, and challenging workplace where employees feel supported, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work. This recognition reinforces what has always been central to Performance's culture: doing what is best for its people. Performance does not just say it - the company backs it up by listening to employee feedback and applying it in ways that strengthen its teams, its culture, and the work it delivers for customers. To view the full list of winners, visit www.inc.com. About Performance Software Performance Software partners with leading organizations in aviation, space, defense, energy, and other safety-critical sectors to solve complex engineering challenges where precision, reliability, and certification matter. Founded in Phoenix in 1998, Performance brings deep expertise across systems, software, and hardware engineering, with particular strength in embedded software, avionics, and airworthiness-critical systems. With more than 400 employees and experience supporting over 500 programs, Performance helps customers reduce risk, expand engineering capacity, and deliver high-quality systems with disciplined execution. About Inc. Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com. Media Contact Performance Software Marketing [email protected] | 623.780.1517 | psware.com Performance Software Corporation 25500 N Norterra Pkwy Suite 300 Phoenix, Arizona 85085 +1 623-780-1517

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May 2nd, 2023

Performance Defense Awarded Gsa Multiple Award Schedule (Mas)

PHOENIX, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Performance Defense, an engineering services and 5G solutions provider, announced today that it was awarded a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) by the General Services Administration (GSA) contract number: 47QTCA23D0075 [listed: Performance Defense]. This contract recognizes Performance Defense's abilities to deliver mission-critical services and solutions that comply with strict government regulations and policies. The contract streamlines the process for government agencies to engage with Performance Defense, enabling direct product sales and engineering services at a pre-negotiated price."The critical services and solutions that the Performance suite of companies has been providing to commercial avionics for the last 25 years, can now be taken directly to the government, providing DoD with significant savings in both time and money," explained President of Performance Defense, Darren Cummings.The Performance Suite's 25-year safety-critical experience and proven commercial solutions now easily available to DoD. Tweet thisWith this five-year Multiple Award Schedule, Performance Defense is eligible to bid across multiple contract types including Cost Plus, Firm-Fixed-Price, Time and Materials, and hybrid versions of these, from April 12, 2023 - April 11, 2028.Government customers can now directly engage Performance Defense for Technical and Engineering (Non-IT) Professional Services under MAS Special Item Number (SIN) 541330ENG (Worldwide). This includes support for designing, developing, and testing software solutions to meet the needs and regulatory requirements of mission and safety-critical industries.About Performance DefensePerformance Defense is a trusted provider of engineering solutions and services for mission-critical industries. Specializing in full-lifecycle hardware and software development, Performance Defense has proven experience in product design and testing to meet rigorous government and industry compliance standards, positioning itself as a prime developer and integrator for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Communities.Performance Defense is a part of the Performance Suite of Companies

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