Flight Software Engineer

HX5; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pet Insurance

Job summary

HX5, at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX, seeks a Flight Software Engineer to join the team in a full-time role. The engineer will contribute to core flight software development and verification within a multidisciplinary program, guiding software quality and documentation.

The role requires C/C++, Python, and Linux proficiency, plus experience with NASA Core Flight Software (CFS) or equivalent, RTOS, and IDE tools. Onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant software development experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python and Linux environments.
• Experience with NASA Core Flight Software (CFS) or similar frameworks.
• Familiarity with RTOS, IDEs, and software documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain core flight software.
• Translate requirements into software designs and performance specs.
• Perform software verification and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams across programs.
• Provide software testing and troubleshooting support.

Skills

C/C++

Python

RTOS

NASA CFS

CFS Testing

Linux

IDEs

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

GitLab

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Flight Software Engineer
Engineer III
R0174940
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join the team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Spacecraft Core Flight Software Engineer will:
• Have knowledge and work experience on the full life cycle of software development and life cycle of software verification
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in collaboration within the team members as well as the external teams across the program
• Have ability to analyze user and system requirements and translate them into software designs and performance specifications
• Have knowledge of software testing methodologies, test planning, execution, validation, and quality assurance processes
• Show proficiency in software development, including designing, coding, testing, modifying, and maintaining complex software applications
• Perform software testing and verification
• Develop software documentation
• Serve as SW Development and SW Testing Subject Matter Expert
• Develop unit and interface verification tests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Programing Languages and Skills: C/C++, Python, NASA Core Flight Software (CFS), Core Flight Software Testing Frame (CTF), Real Time Operating System (RTOS)
• Proficiency with C coding in a Linux environment
• Familiarity with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools
• Experience debugging software and implementing software fixes
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining technical documentation, including software and system-level documentation
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• System and software configuration management experience
• 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
• Customer service oriented
• Must be willing to work onsite at Johnson Space Center

Preferences

• Experience with agile software development
• Experience with embedded processors
• Leadership experience leading and coordinating software development and test activities
• Data-driven architecture experience
• Experience with Core Flight System (cFS) Applications (or similar flight software framework)
• 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 working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety‑critical flight software
• Experience with software testing and verification
• Experience developing software across the full development life cycle
• Experience with the following web‑based collaboration tools:
• Atlassian Tools (JIRA, Confluence, etc)
• GitLab
• Quick learner and self‑motivated
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision
• Highly responsible, team‑oriented individual with strong work ethic
• Highly developed coordination and organization skills

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full‑time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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CJ