Comm Software Lead Engineer

Intuitive Machines LLC•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Intuitive Machines is seeking an experienced Software Quality and Test Lead to drive quality assurance and verification strategies for flight-critical and mission-critical software systems. This role combines technical leadership, process ownership, and hands-on testing to ensure our software meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 7 years of experience in aerospace and space vehicle software development, with a focus on comm software.
Proven track record of leading software development projects from concept to delivery.
Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and experience with embedded software development.
Experience with RF Comm and Data Protocols (CCSDS, TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking & Command), AOS, TC/TM)
Experience with Software Defined Radios
Experience with Encryption
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software/hardware integration, and avionics systems is highly desirable.
Experience with I/O protocols (i.e. RS-232, RS-422, SpaceWire, Canbus, TCP/UDP)
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.
Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software/hardware integration, and avionics systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead Comm Software Development: Lead the design, development, integration, and testing of comm software systems for our fleet
Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the comm software engineering team, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and industry regulations.
Team Leadership: Complete performance reviews, provide feedback to team members throughout the year, and work with team members to define future career goals.
Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and define software requirements, considering mission objectives, system architecture, and performance constraints.
Code Development: Oversee the coding and implementation of comm software, utilizing languages such as C/C++, Python, and embedded software development tools.
Verification & Validation: Establish procedures and methodologies for software verification and validation, including simulation, testing, and debugging activities.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges associated with comm software development and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including software requirements specifications, design documents, interface documents. test plans, and technical reports.
Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Workload Management: Participate in bi-weekly software sprint planning with the software project manager and manage resources across multiple projects.