GN&C Software Systems Engineer (Junior)

KeyLogic, LLC; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyLogic is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control (GN&C) Systems Software Engineer for the NASA Katherine Johnson IV&V Facility in Fairmont, WV. This on-site role requires eligibility for a Public Trust clearance and hands-on software development across GN&C domains.

You will analyze requirements, design interfaces, develop simulations, and perform independent tests using in-house tools, collaborating with engineers to ensure mission-critical software meets standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree; 0 years related experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong GN&C concepts knowledge and domain familiarity.
• Experience with C/C++, Java or similar OO languages.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team; adapt to mission-critical work.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Enterprise Architect, or MagicDraw is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop GN&C and related systems software across NASA lifecycle phases.
• Assess artifacts for correctness, completeness, and feasibility against standards.
• Analyze draft and final products for peer reviews and testing readiness.
• Support independent test scenarios and verification procedures.
• Utilize AI-assisted analysis tools to aid findings.
• Collaborate with team members, perform peer reviews, and share knowledge.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

GN&C domain understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Enterprise Architect

MagicDraw

Static code analysis tools

Job description

KeyLogic is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control (GN&C) Systems Software Engineer

Position based at NASA's Katherine Johnson Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) Facility in Fairmont, WV. Requires public trust clearance and is performed onsite.

Job Description

Perform various Systems / Software Engineering activities in GN&C and other fields on NASA Spacecraft, Launch Vehicle, and/or Mission Ground systems throughout the NASA software development lifecycle phases. Analyses include concept of operations, requirements, detailed software design, interfaces, static code results, software implementation, build and integration test products, and independent testing using in-house developed software simulations.

Responsibilities

• Utilize documentation and experience to develop technical understanding, perform detailed assessments, and document issues, risks, and reports in accordance with standards and best practices. Documentation may include notes, reference summaries, charts, flow diagrams, scenarios, formal modeling, coverage / traceability assessments, risk assessments, technical engineering principles, theories, concepts, and heritage applicable to the mission.
• Understand work processes and methodologies, best practices, NASA standards, system and software specifications.
• Assess development artifacts for correctness, completeness, consistency, ambiguity, and feasibility with regards to technical references when evaluating requirements, design, algorithms, code, and test artifacts.
• Analyze draft and final products delivered for peer reviews, development build releases, and formal testing.
• Support development and execution of independent test scenarios and procedures to verify and validate correct implementation of mission critical capabilities.
• Utilize in-house developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted analysis tools to perform various analyses and assess results for true positive findings.
• Work independently as well as closely with other team members to build cohesion, brainstorm, share knowledge, develop/update approaches, perform peer reviews, and provide recommendations to promote growth and confidence in performing IV&V analyses.

Position Requirements

Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Required Education:

• Bachelors and 0 years related experience.

Desired Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant field.

Required Experience:

• Through education and/or work experience, have an understanding of one or more of the fields of guidance, navigation, and control, with a high-level understanding of the overall GN&C domain.
• Ability to develop analysis approaches and test cases to exercise system software behaviors in the field of GN&C.
• Ability to read and analyze C/C++, Java or similar object-oriented languages.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Excellence in these general workplace skills:
  • Communication Skills - verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • Computer Skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Soft Skills - professionalism, strong work ethic, creativity, curiosity, problem solving, and critical thinking.
  • Ability to work on own tasks and manage own progress, while also able to work in team environments and under the direction/supervision of task leads.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas would be a plus:
  • Experience with one or more of the following software fields:
    • Static code analysis (manual and/or tool-supported).
    • Software system testing, test analysis, and test case development.
    • Software unit testing.
    • Requirements analysis.
    • Modeling, including MATLAB/Simulink, Enterprise Architect, MagicDraw.
    • Spacecraft & system simulation.
    • Application of Formal Methods (e.g., SMT Solver).
    • Application of Generative Artificial Intelligence to accomplish repetitive tasks.
  • Experience with space domains and spacecraft subsystems, including:
    • Propulsion systems.
    • Command and data handling.
    • Fault management.
    • Sensor data processing.
    • State estimation.
    • Spacecraft concept of operations.
    • Space Flight and Ground systems and software architectures.
    • Space systems avionics.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KeyLogic is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer. KeyLogic is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.