Software Systems Engineer II

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

About The Position

The Software Engineer II role involves designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies. This mid-level position requires a strong understanding of programming languages and software development principles, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include writing clean, maintainable code, collaborating with team members to understand project requirements, and contributing to the development of innovative software solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the space industry, stay current with industry trends, and advance in a dynamic and collaborative environment. In this role, you will design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies, writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards. You will collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of software solutions. Utilizing version control systems such as Git, you will manage code changes and work effectively with team members. You will participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards, troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner, and document software designs, configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference. Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies will be essential, and you will work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Typically, 2+ years of related experience.
Strong understanding of at least one programming language, and general knowledge of others.
Strong understanding of software development principles.
Ability to design, code, test, and debug complex software applications.
Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Rhapsody, NoMagic, MATLAB.
Knowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE).
Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
Experience developing software interface control documents.
Experience developing and managing requirements specs.
Decomposition of requirements and design experience.
Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
Exposure to baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measures.
Understanding of establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).

Responsibilities

designing, developing, and testing software applications for space systems and technologies
writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards
collaborating with team members to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of software solutions
Utilizing version control systems such as Git, you will manage code changes and work effectively with team members
participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards
troubleshooting and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner
documenting software designs, configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference
Staying current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies
work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality software solutions