Sr Software Engineer - Flight Software (Clearance Required)

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

About The Position

Sierra Space is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies. The role involves writing clean, maintainable code; architecting and implementing complex software systems; and collaborating with team members to understand project requirements and develop effective solutions. The engineer will use version control systems such as Git, participate in code reviews, troubleshoot and resolve software issues, document software configurations and processes, and stay current with developments in software and space technologies. The position may also provide technical leadership and mentorship and make high-level design decisions that significantly affect program cost, schedule, and technical performance. An active Top Secret U.S. security clearance with SCI eligibility is required, as is U.S. citizenship for the clearance requirement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree; alternatively, a master's degree plus 6 years of experience.
Typically, 8 or more years of related experience.
Deep expertise in multiple programming languages and software development principles.
Ability to design, architect, and implement complex software systems.
Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban.
Strong leadership skills to lead a team of engineers.
Ability to make high-level design decisions that significantly affect program cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Current/active Top Secret U.S. security clearance with SCI eligibility.
U.S. citizenship is required for the active security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Strong technical understanding of C++ and object-oriented programming.
Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O over TCP/UDP.
Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using publish/subscribe messaging.
Familiarity with open standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI).
Experience with spacecraft flight software development.
Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software.
Demonstrated experience leading a software development team.
Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repositories, and automated builds.
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum software development methodologies.
Experience and knowledge of software design patterns.
Experience using SysML/UML to create software designs.
Experience testing and debugging in Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL) environments on a target platform.
Experience with source code configuration management platforms such as Git and SVN.
Experience developing on Linux.
Experience with network configurations, including netco.
Experience with embedded programming, including new board build-up.
Experience optimizing computer system performance, including timing optimization.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies.
Write clean, maintainable code that follows best practices and coding standards.
Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements.
Collaborate with team members to understand project needs and develop effective software solutions.
Use version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and collaborate.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner.
Document software configurations, processes, and procedures.
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support to team members.
Make high-level design decisions with significant impacts on program cost, schedule, and technical performance.