Mission Design Tools Engineer for Space Exploration

Amentum

Georgia

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Amentum in the United States is seeking a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer to join our NASA-focused team. You will develop and test variable degree-of-freedom simulations and contribute to mission design tool enhancements for spaceflight programs.

The role requires strong skills in C++, Fortran, and Python, plus Git/GitLab, CI/CD, and cross-platform work across Windows, Mac, and Linux. You will collaborate with NASA civil servants and contractors to deliver reliable software under NPR

Qualifications

Proficiency in C++, Fortran and Python.
Experience with Git/GitLab for source control.
Knowledge of software coding standards and full lifecycle development.
Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools.
Experience across Windows, Mac, and Linux environments.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Develop variable degree-of-freedom simulations and related software tools for NASA and commercial spaceflight programs.
Develop, integrate, and test new software enhancements and capabilities within mission design tools.
Create software documentation for deliveries.
Suggest improvements in software design and development processes.
Support activities to bring mission design software up to Class C per NPR 7150.2.
Maintain mission design software tools at Class C following procedures.
Perform other duties as required.