Research Software Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employer paid insurance

11 paid holidays

Generous PTO

401k after 12 months

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mclaurin Aerospace in Houston, TX is seeking a Research Software Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center. You will collaborate with FSL users, optimize software development, and contribute to flight software, guidance and navigation.

The role requires a BS in engineering or computer science with 4–10 years of software experience, strong Linux, Git, CI/CD, and HPC skills, plus the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and mentor junior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5–10 years of related experience.
• BS in computer science or engineering with 4+ years of software experience.
• Experience with multiple programming languages and build systems like GNU Make.
• Version control (Git), containers, and CI/CD experience.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team and in HPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with FSL Users to evaluate and optimize software development practices.
• Plan and contribute to software engineering efforts for flight software and analysis.
• Work with partners and contractors to meet software requirements and fix bugs.
• Mentor others in good software development and HPC practices.

Skills

Problem solving

Task planning

Communication

Teamwork

Linux CLI

Mentoring

HPC support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

BS in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Git

Containers

CI/CD

GNU Make

MPI

Podman

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Software Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

• Partner with FSL Users to evaluate and optimize the software development practices of the group, and ensure success of the project.

• Participate in the planning and major development efforts on software engineering projects for flight software, Guidance and Navigation, and analysis.

• Work closely with partners and external contractors to meet their software requirements and address bugs.

• Act as a mentor for good software development and engineering in HPC environments.

Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.

• A minimum of a BS degree in computer science or engineering and 4+ years of software engineering experience outside of degree.

• Experience programming in multiple programming languages, including compiled and interpreted languages, and the use of build systems like GNU Make.

• Demonstrated Experience with version control (Git), containers, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).

• The ability to work on a team in a dynamic group environment.

• Experience helping other users in HPC services.

• Demonstrated problem-solving experience.

• Demonstrated task planning, and effective communication skills.

• Demonstrated experience working daily in a Linux OS, including using a command line interface (CLI).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in addition to the degree.

• Experience developing software for use in HPC environments.

• Experience with Monte Carlo type workflows and optimizing them for use in HPC environments.

• Experience with Trick based simulation workflows, and related toolsets.

• Experience with modern software practices such as test-driven development, Agile software development practices, the use of generative AI coding assistants, and a firm, proven knowledge of software development lifecycles.

• Experience integrating C++, Fortran, Python, and shell-based workflows in HPC or simulation environments.

• Demonstrated Experience with MPI based workflows.

• Activity within the broader open-source software community.

• Demonstrated Experience with Podman and HPC environments

• Demonstrated Experience with Gitlab and Jenkins tools.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.