Ground Software Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Defense, Space and Security company, is seeking a Ground Software Engineer to maintain and develop software for command and control of satellites. You will write requirements with guidance from subject matter experts and decompose them into long-term roadmaps, which you will develop and test in collaboration with end users.

You will leverage modern frameworks to improve legacy software and tooling, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes for users of

Qualifications

• Experience designing and developing software in a production environment.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Supports the design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of large-scale ground software and mission control systems.
• Interacts with other Millennium staff to support testing on components, subsystems, and spacecraft in test configurations.
• Integrates Millennium software applications into Government-furnished software and infrastructure.
• Assists in the execution for integrated system test events bridging Millennium-developed products and Government-furnished systems.
• Implements specific mission data processing applications into existing systems to support payloads and end data users.
• Supports software testing and installation in classified environments.
• Assists developers through development tasks, troubleshooting exercises.
• Assists in the planning and execution of validation/verification testing.
• Contributes to ground software or tool development by completing larger feature requests, taking ownership of larger software modules, analysis packages, and workflows.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Software design and development

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Ground Software Engineer - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

Job Summary

As a Ground Software Engineer, you will maintain and develop software for command and control of satellites. You will write requirements with the guidance of subject matter experts and decompose them into long-term roadmaps, which you will also develop and test in collaboration with your end users. You will leverage modern frameworks to improve legacy software and tooling. Your position will also include root cause analysis and implementing fixes for the users of your team’s products. You will work closely with the operations team, spacecraft engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and technicians to ensure our company’s continued stewardship of our satellites and the space environment. This position's internal job code is SWE-Developer. Our team is currently hiring for level 1-2.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of large-scale ground software and mission control systems
• Interacts with other Millennium staff to support testing on components, subsystems, and spacecraft in test configurations
• Integrates Millennium software applications into Government-furnished software and infrastructure
• Assists in the execution for integrated system test events bridging Millennium-developed products and Government-furnished systems
• Implements specific mission data processing applications into existing systems to support payloads and end data users
• Supports software testing and installation in classified environments
• Assists developers through development tasks, troubleshooting exercises
• Assists in the planning and execution of validation/verification testing
• Contributes to ground software or tool development by completing larger feature requests, taking ownership of larger software modules, analysis packages, and workflows
• Other duties as assigned

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (required skills/experience): Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Experience designing and developing software in a production environment. This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A Final U.S. Secret clearance Pre-start is required OR an interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Clearance

Shift

This role will be on 1st Shift.

Total Rewards

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: Level 1: $83,300 - $122,500 Level 2: $106,250 - $156,250

Location and Work Arrangement

Location: The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position is 100% onsite.

Additional Information

• Category = Engineering
• Language Requirements: Not Applicable
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
• Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
• Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
• Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
• Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Contingent Upon Award Program: This position is not contingent upon program award.
• Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

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