Embedded Software Engineer

GeoControl Systems, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Remote work options

Educational reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

GeoControl Systems, Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join the JETSII contract, developing embedded software for spacecraft flight and ground systems in collaboration with NASA Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate.

The role covers requirements, design, implementation, verification, deployment, and sustainment, working closely with hardware designers and test teams to deliver high-quality, well-documented software for flight and ground hardware projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with the full embedded software life cycle.
• Proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience with firmware development and hardware/software integration.
• Experience with testing, verification, and debugging embedded software.

Responsibilities

• Perform full life cycle development of embedded software for spacecraft flight and ground systems.
• Develop and maintain software requirements with traceability from system to verification.
• Design and implement embedded C/C++ software for subsystems and data handling.
• Develop device drivers and interfaces to flight/ground electronics.
• Collaborate with hardware designers on interfaces and bring-up.
• Develop unit/integration/system tests and test automation.
• Author software life cycle documentation (plans, interfaces, design docs).
• Ensure adherence to NASA NPR 7150.2 and safety requirements.
• Support software safety activities in line with NASA standards.
• Apply CM, defect tracking, static analysis, and code coverage practices.
• Assist with hardware/software integration and qualification testing.
• Lead or contribute to resolution of complex technical issues.
• Perform peer reviews of flight/ground software and verification plans.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

Python scripting

Firmware development

Hardware/software integration

Debugging with lab equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (General)

Bachelor’s degree in Software/Computer/Electrical/Systems Engineering

Tools

GitLab

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

GeoControl Systems, Inc. as a HUBZone company, is required to maintain a Federally mandated level of employees that reside (home residence) in a qualified HUBZone. ONLY applicants whose home address lies in a qualified HUBZone will be considered for this position.

You can verify whether you reside in a HUBZone by using the following website:

https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map

Are you passionate about
human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working
with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need
you!

We need your talent,
teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all
over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to
help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration
of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we
do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s
pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions
provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting
opportunity for a Embedded Software Engineer to join the JETSII Contract
with GeoControls, a teammate company!

Design, develop, integrate,
test, and deliver embedded software for spacecraft flight and ground systems in
support of the NASA Johnson Space Center Engineering Directorate. This position covers the full software development life cycle, from requirements definition and architecture through design, implementation, verification, deployment, and sustainment, for flight and ground hardware projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who is comfortable owning software from concept to delivered hardware, working closely with hardware and electronics designers, and delivering high-quality, well-documented products.

The Embedded Software Engineer will:

• - Perform full life cycle development of embedded software for spacecraft flight and ground systems, including requirements analysis, architecture, detailed design, coding, integration, test, verification, deployment, and operational support
• - Develop, refine, and maintain software requirements derived from system and subsystem requirements, with bi-directional traceability through design, implementation, and verification
• - Design and implement embedded C/C++ flight and ground software for functions such as subsystem monitoring and control, command and data handling, telemetry and commanding, and fault detection, isolation, and recovery
• - Develop device drivers and hardware interfaces to flight and ground electronics, including sensors, ADCs, and serial and bus interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, CAN, UART, RS-422)
• - Develop software using Core Flight System (cFS) where possible and applicable
• - Collaborate with hardware and electronics design engineers on hardware/software interface definition, board bring-up, integration, and troubleshooting using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers
• - Develop and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests, including simulation-based and hardware-in-the-loop testing; develop test automation, analyze results, and identify, debug, and resolve defects
• - Author software life cycle documentation scaled to project needs, such as software management and development plans, interface control documents, design descriptions, test plans, procedures, and reports, and version description documents
• - Ensure adherence to JSC standard software process practices and tailor NASA NPR 7150.2 requirements to the software classification and project scope
• - Support software safety activities for safety-critical software in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.8, including software hazard analysis support and implementation of safety-related requirements
• - Apply configuration management, defect tracking, static analysis, and code coverage practices to maintain software quality and traceability
• - Support hardware/software integration and qualification testing, including test setup, data collection, and data analysis
• - Participate as a key member of project teams, collaborating with systems engineers, hardware designers, and internal or outsourced development partners across multiple NASA programs and projects to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions
• - Lead or contribute to the resolution of complex technical issues, facilitating effective team decision-making
• - Perform technical peer review of flight, ground system, and development software as well as the associated requirements and verification/validation plans
• - Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Requisition Qualifications

• - EN2 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
• - Must be a U.S. Citizen and must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• - Bachelor’s degree in Software, Computer, Electrical or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• - Proficiency with the full embedded software life cycle, including requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and operational support
• - Proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems
• - Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python
• - Experience with firmware development, embedded software, and hardware/software integration on microcontroller or embedded processor platforms
• - Experience developing device drivers and interfacing with hardware using common serial and bus protocols
• - Experience with software testing and verification, including unit and integration testing of embedded software
• - Experience debugging embedded systems using lab equipment and debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG)
• - Familiarity with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools
• - Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude
• - Good oral and written communication with customers and team members
• - Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple actions, and both short-term and long-term projects
• - Must be willing to work onsite at Johnson Space Center and/or associated facility

Requisition Preferences:

• - Experience with spacecraft subsystem software or avionics hardware (e.g., power, thermal, propulsion, C&DH, GN&C)
• - Experience implementing control, state estimation, or fault management algorithms in embedded software
• - Experience in a leadership role and working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical flight software
• - Experience with real-time operating systems (e.g., VxWorks, RTEMS, FreeRTOS) and Core Flight System (cFS)
• - Experience developing software across the full development life cycle in small team, rapid prototyping, or proof-of-concept environments
• - Experience developing simulation test automation, test analysis, and troubleshooting, including test scripts in Python and Trick
• - Experience developing test plans and procedures for both functional and V&V tests
• - Experience with managing a small team of embedded software engineers developing spacecraft ground and flight software
• - Experience with embedded coding standards and static analysis tools (e.g., MISRA C, JPL coding standards)
• - Ability to read electrical schematics and datasheets
• - Experience in human-rated space vehicles and specific vehicle software domains (e.g., C&T, C&DH, GN&C)
• - Support work processes in an organization that is CMMI Maturity Level III
• - Experience with NASA NPR 7150.2 or DO-178C
• - Experience with NASA Safety Standards and requirements, NASA-STD-8739.8, that drive the processes for Safety Critical Software Development
• - Experience with the following collaboration tools: GitLab, JIRA, Confluence
• - Quick learner and self-motivated
• - Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision
• - Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with strong work ethics

Benefits

GCS health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K, Roth), health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental and pregnancy leave