Spacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace • Houston, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Spacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. If selected you will develop software code for modules / systems and / or ground software testing and verification tools. You will analyze the performance of software functions and interfaces and conduct integration or verification testing. You will also document functions and use cases including software requirements and system interfaces and related Interface Control Documents (ICDs). Use integrated simulation environment to validate software function and interfaces and develop unit and interface verification tests. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Proficiency in Python, C, C++ programming
• Experience with event and data-driven architecture
• Experience in TCP/IP Network Communications CCSDS Packet Protocols
• Familiarity with configuration management tools
• Experience with web-based collaboration tools
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies and process
• Excellent collaboration, communication, negotiation, and coordination skills
• Strong customer service attitude
• US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited school and five (5) years of related engineering experience, or Master's degree in engineering from an accredited school and four (4) years of related experience, or Ph.D. in engineering from an accredited school and zero (0) years of related experience
• Experience leading technical work of a small software team
• Knowledge of NASA Spacecraft Software Systems and software ( per NPR 7150 or CMMI or DO 178 processes)
• Preferred experience in spacecraft or autonomous systems
• Experience with CCSDS / Telemetry Systems
• Experience with collaboration tools such as: JIRA, Confluence, Slack, Microsoft SharePoint and Teams
• Quick learner and self-motivated
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Highly responsible and team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Strong coordination and organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level