Flight Software Engineer

Lensa; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and applied technology company in Houston is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to support NASA's Orion crew vehicle. The role involves the complete software development life cycle, requiring expertise in relevant programming languages and strong communication skills. Candidates should reside near NASA's Johnson Space Center for on-site work, showcasing a commitment to the mission in aerospace technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience required.
• Experience with testing and verification desired.
• Knowledge of GNC and propulsion systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support software development life cycle from engineering to certification.
• Hands-on problem solving and troubleshooting.
• On-site presence required at office near NASA's Johnson Space Center.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Software development in Linux environment

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Advanced Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

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METECS is an engineering and applied technology company that provides high-fidelity simulation and software development for NASA’s Johnson Space Center. We are seeking a Flight Software Engineer to support NASA’s Orion’s crew vehicle. Your support of this effort will occur throughout the software development life cycle from software systems engineering, design and development through testing, verification and validation, and certification. An ideal candidate must have a strong interest in software development and the initiative and aptitude for hands-on problem solving and troubleshooting.

This position requires on-site presence at an office located near NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Advanced Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of related experience
• Good working knowledge of C, C++, and Python
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Software development in a Linux environment
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with testing and verification
• GNC and propulsion systems knowledge
• Simulation development experience
• Familiarity with simulations tools such as MATLAB, Simulink
• NASA Core flight software (cFS) experience
  
  

Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.

About METECS

We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and analysis solutions for human space flight and terrestrial applications. We develop and integrate custom software for NASA and other government and commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies. Our specialties include robotics automation, embedded systems, hardware/software integration, multibody dynamics simulations, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.

METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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