Simulation Developer (SME1)
About The Position
The Amentum Space Exploration Division is looking for a motivated individual to support the development of physics-based simulation software in support of the Space Launch System (SLS) integrated avionics test facilities (IATF) at Marshall Space Flight Center. The ideal candidate will have a background in simulation development and be proficient in programming, specifically in C. This position requires a solid understanding of software development for real-time operating systems and environments. The selected applicant will work on a customer/contractor integrated team to design, develop, and test models for hardware-in-the-loop testing of avionics and flight software, participate in a software development environment, create and present detailed software designs, conduct and participate in design and code reviews, and produce weekly and monthly status reports of progress in assigned areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or equivalent
- 10+ years of experience.
- Experience and proficiency in: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in software development in C/C++.
- Proficiency in software development in Python.
- Simulation development using Matlab/Simulink.
- Design, development, and test of models and simulations for hardware-in-the-loop testing of avionics and flight software.
- Time-domain 6-DOF vehicle simulation experience
- Software development targeted for real-time operating systems and environments.
- Modeling and simulating space vehicle subsystems.
- Developing of software targeted for Linux distribution, especially RedHat Enterprise Linux or derivatives distributions.
- Proficiency working with Unix/Linux (unix-like OS structure, file system, shell, secure shell)
- Exposure to software development tools such as Git.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers, stakeholders, and cross-organizational teams.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with the ARTEMIS simulation environment is desirable.
- Modeling using numerical methods and analysis (desirable)
Responsibilities
- Design, development, and test of models for hardware-in-the-loop testing of avionics and flight software.
- Participate in a software development environment.
- Create and present detailed software designs.
- Conduct and participate in design and code reviews.
- Produce weekly and monthly status reports of progress in assigned areas.
Benefits
- wellness programs
- paid holidays
- generous time off
- employee perks
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
