Flight Software Engineer

HX5; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

HX5 is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join the team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The role focuses on developing, testing, and maintaining core flight software, translating user and system requirements into designs, and coordinating with multiple teams in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in engineering and 2–5 years of experience, with strong skills in C/C++, Python, CFS/CTF, RTOS, and Linux-based development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in software development or related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; familiarity with CFS/CTF; RTOS experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and maintain core flight software.
• Translate requirements into software designs and performance specs.
• Create unit tests and verification tests; document software artifacts.
• Collaborate across internal and external teams and communicate effectively.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

2–5 years of relevant experience

C/C++, Python

NASA Core Flight Software (CFS)

Core Flight Software Testing Frame (CTF)

RTOS

C coding in Linux

IDE tools

Software documentation

Teamwork and communication

Software configuration management

Tools

GitLab

JIRA

Confluence

Linux

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 s eeking 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 andExperience

• 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