Software Engineer

Tuskegee University; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuskegee University in Alabama seeks a Software Engineer to support NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center missions, designing, developing, and maintaining software for spaceflight operations. You will collaborate with engineers and mission scientists to power aerospace initiatives.

Candidates should have a bachelor's in CS/Software Engineering and 2+ years of software development experience in C++, Python, or Java, with familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of software development experience.
• Familiarity with software lifecycle processes and Agile methodologies.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Preferred: experience with NASA software environments or aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software for mission-critical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gather requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Perform software testing, validation, and verification per NASA standards.
• Support integration of software with hardware and simulation environments.
• Document software designs, code, and interfaces for stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues in lab and operational settings.
• Ensure cybersecurity and configuration management practices are followed.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Embedded systems

DevOps CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/Software Eng)

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

DevOps

Job description

Position Title

Software Engineer

Status

Full Time

Job Summary

NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center is seeking a talented and driven Software Engineer to support cutting-edge aerospace and scientific missions. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software systems that enable spaceflight operations, propulsion technologies, and advanced research initiatives. You’ll work alongside engineers, scientists, and mission specialists to build solutions that power the future of space exploration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software applications for mission-critical systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gather requirements and deliver robust solutions
• Perform software testing, validation, and verification in accordance with NASA standards
• Support integration of software with hardware systems and simulation environments
• Document software designs, code, and system interfaces for internal and external stakeholders
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues in lab and operational settings
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity protocols and configuration management practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in software development (C++, Python, Java, or similar languages)
• Familiarity with software lifecycle processes and Agile methodologies
• Must be a US citizen
• Preferred experience with NASA software environments or aerospace systems

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
• Ability to view a computer terminal

Skills and Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Knowledge of embedded systems, real-time programming, or flight software
• Familiarity with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices

Posting Number

S943

Required Travel

Yes

Night/Weekend/After hour work

No

Supported by Grants or Contract Funding

No

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

11/13/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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