Flight Software Engineer (C++ | Spacecraft Simulations)

Actalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX for contract-to-hire. You will develop software for satellite and lander programs using C++ and integrate it with hardware, participating in the full lifecycle and leveraging TRICK for simulation.

The role requires at least 2 years of flight software experience, proficiency in C++ and Linux, and collaboration across disciplines in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++ and Linux.
• Minimum of 2 years of flight software experience.
• Experience in simulation, ground, or flight software development.
• Familiarity with simulation software tools such as TRICK.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for satellite and lander aerospace programs using C++.
• Engage in the full software development lifecycle.
• Utilize NASA Trick simulation for creating simulation models.
• Collaborate with different disciplines to integrate software into hardware.

Skills

C++

Linux

Flight SW exp

TRICK

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or related field

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX for contract-to-hire. You will develop software for satellite and lander programs using C++ and integrate it with hardware, participating in the full lifecycle and leveraging TRICK for simulation.

The role requires at least 2 years of flight software experience, proficiency in C++ and Linux, and collaboration across disciplines in a fast-paced aerospace environment.