Spacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer

Are you passionate about human space exploration understanding the origins of the universe and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference If you are we need you!

We need your talent teamwork and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision shape and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASAs pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASAs largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for aSpacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer to join the team.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

As aSpacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer you will:

• Develop software code for modules / systems and / or ground software testing and verification tools

• Analyze the performance of software functions and interfaces and conduct integration or verification testing

• Document functions and use cases including software requirements

• Document system interfaces and related Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

• Use integrated simulation environment to validate software function and interfaces

• Develop unit and interface verification tests

• Perform other duties as assigned

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates experience requirements and business needs we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Proficiency inPython C Cprogramming

• Experience with event and data-driven architecture

• Experience inTCP/IP Network Communications CCSDS Packet Protocols

• Familiarity with configuration management tools

• Experience with web-based collaboration tools

• Experience withAgilesoftware development methodologies and process

• Excellent collaboration communication negotiation and coordination skills

• Strong customer service attitude

Requisition Preferences:

• Bachelors degreein engineering from an accredited school and five (5) years of related engineering experience orMasters degreein engineering from an accredited school and four (4) years of related experience orPh.D.in engineering from an accredited school and zero (0) years of related experience

• Experience leading technical work of a small software team

• Knowledge ofNASA Spacecraft Software Systemsand software ( perNPR 7150 orCMMI orDO 178 processes)

• Preferred experience in spacecraft or autonomous systems

• Experience withCCSDS/ Telemetry Systems

• Experience withcollaboration toolssuch as:

  • JIRA

  • Confluence

  • Slack

  • Microsoft SharePoint and Teams

• Quick learner and self-motivated

• Ability tomanagemultiple prioritieswith minimal supervision

• Highly responsible andteam-orientedwith a strong work ethic

• Strong coordination and organizational and time managementskills

Why Join Our Team

In addition to exciting career opportunities we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) please visit

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC telephone printer etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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