Software Engineer - Space Programs

Peraton; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 51,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Jr./Mid-level Software Engineer to join the team at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, NM. The role involves gathering software requirements, designing, developing, debugging and troubleshooting software that interfaces with hardware systems.

The candidate will work with NASA-related ground terminals under the SENSE contract, providing telemetry, tracking and command software solutions and supporting customers with first-level on-site technical assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related technical field and 2 years of relative experience.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret security clearance.
• Must be able to access government worksite.

Responsibilities

• Performs systems modeling, simulation and analysis for telemetry, tracking and command software solutions.
• Contributes to documentation for new or existing programs.
• Designs, develops, troubleshoots and analyzes software that interfaces with hardware systems.
• Assists in customizing applications and maintaining program libraries and manuals.
• Provides status updates on software and hardware availability to management.
• Collaborates with customers to provide hands-on first-level support.

Skills

Object-oriented programming

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Software design principles

Problem-solving

Ada/C++/Java experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

OpenVMS

Linux

Windows

SQL databases

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton has an immediate opening for a Jr./Mid-level Software Engineerwho will join our team at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, NM. Your role in this position will include software requirements gathering, software design, development, troubleshooting and debugging.

Peraton is the prime contractor on the SENSE contractfor NASA at the White Sands Complex near Las Cruces, New Mexico.Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These two terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA's orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. The WSC also serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe.

This position will be responsible for:

• Performs systems modeling, simulation and analysis to provide appropriate telemetry, tracking, and command software solutions.
• Provides input for documentation of new or existing programs to ensure information accessibility, as required.
• Participates in designing, developing, troubleshooting and analyzing software programs that operate with hardware systems.
• Assists in customizing purchased applications and assists in maintaining program libraries and manuals based on research and customer needs.
• Provides feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of software and hardware to ensure proper functioning.
• Works with customer(s) to provide hands-on first level support.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related technical field and 2 years of relative experience.
• Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter.
• You must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

Desired Experience

• Experience in software engineering with OpenVMS or Linux or Windows operating systems.
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Experience working with object-oriented coding languages such as Ada or C++ or Java.
• Experience working with software design principles.
• A willingness to learn and remain agile in a dynamic environment.
• The ability to work in a team environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of software.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.