Lead Nav I/O Software Engineer — Real-Time Space Systems

Intuitive Machines, LLC; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines, a spaceflight company in Houston, seeks a Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer to drive design, development, and integration of nav I/O software for multiple aerospace projects.

You will lead a team, set technical direction, ensure real-time performance with GN&C sensors, and collaborate across subsystems using C/C++, Python, and embedded tools. The role requires 7+ years in aerospace software and a Bachelor's, Master’s preferred, with US work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in aerospace and space vehicle software development, with a focus on GN&C sensors and actuators.
• Proven track record of leading software development projects from concept to delivery.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, Python, and embedded software development.
• Experience with the NASA Core Flight Software Framework.
• Experience with navigation and control sensors (IMU, Star Tracker, Reaction Wheels, etc.).
• Experience with GN&C teams and maintaining real-time performance with GN&C sensors and algorithms.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software/hardware integration, and avionics systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with I/O protocols (RS-232, RS-422, SpaceWire, Canbus, TCP/UDP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead Nav I/O Software Development: lead design, development, integration, and testing of nav I/O software systems.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the nav I/O software engineering team, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
• Complete performance reviews, provide feedback, and define future career goals for team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and define software requirements considering mission objectives and performance constraints.
• Oversee coding and implementation of nav I/O software using C/C++, Python, and embedded tools.
• Establish procedures for software verification and validation including simulation, testing, and debugging.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for nav I/O software projects.
• Prepare and maintain design documents, interface documents, test plans, and technical reports.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Participate in bi-weekly software sprint planning with the project manager and manage resources across projects.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Embedded software

RTOS

GN&C sensors

Leadership

Team collaboration

Verification & Validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

NASA Core Flight Software Framework

SpaceWire

CAN bus

TCP/UDP

RTOS

Job description

Intuitive Machines, a spaceflight company in Houston, seeks a Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer to drive design, development, and integration of nav I/O software for multiple aerospace projects.

You will lead a team, set technical direction, ensure real-time performance with GN&C sensors, and collaborate across subsystems using C/C++, Python, and embedded tools. The role requires 7+ years in aerospace software and a Bachelor's, Master’s preferred, with US work eligibility.