Software Systems Engineer

Lanteris Space LLC; Palo Alto (CA); Remote; USD 143,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Intuitive Machines in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to apply systems engineering principles to design, develop, and integrate software within a broader system context. The role offers a remote option for US-based candidates and requires collaboration with customer stakeholders, systems and subsystem engineers to ensure software aligns with architecture and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities include decomposing ConOps into flight software requirements, defining

Qualifications

• US Citizen or US permanent resident
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering and/or software systems engineering
• Ability to travel occasionally for customer reviews and technical meetings
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming and object-oriented programming
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems (VxWorks, FreeRTOS, cFS)
• Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems (e.g., ADCS, C&DH, power, propulsion, payload)
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., JAMA, DOORs)
• Understanding of V&V methodologies and practices
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions with customers and stakeholders
• MBSE experience (SysML/UML) is a plus
• INCOSE CSEP certification or equivalent (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Analyze ConOps and system specifications to decompose and allocate flight software requirements
• Define high level software architecture aligned with system requirements and safety considerations
• Coordinate with flight software architects to ensure integration with system components
• Develop integrated use cases to validate software against system context
• Create models using UML and SysML for early validation and issue detection
• Lead technical meetings and trade studies with customers and stakeholders from concepts to implementation

Skills

C/C++ programming

Object-oriented programming

Systems engineering

Requirements management

V&V methodologies

Lead technical discussions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

JAMA

DOORs

SysML

UML

Job description

Intuitive Machines is seeking a motivated and experienced Software Systems Engineer to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. This role can also be based remotely in the US. This role requires application of systems engineering principles to the design, development, and integration of software systems within a broader system context. The ideal candidate will proactively work with customer stakeholders, systems and subsystem engineers, and ensure that software development is aligned with the overall system goals, architecture, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze ConOps, systems and sub-system specifications, to decompose, generate, and allocate flight software requirements in alignment with system objectives.
• Define high level software architecture that supports the system’s functional and non-functional requirements in alignment with the systems safety considerations.
• Coordinate with the flight software architects and development team to ensure software components work seamlessly with other system components.
• Develop integrated use cases to confirm software meets specifications and performs as intended in the system context.
• Develop models using languages like UML and SysML to represent system and software architecture, for early requirements validation and enabling early detection of integration issues.
• Lead technical meetings and discussions with customers, representing software systems engineering perspectives for various trade studies, and other technical initiatives from concepts through implementation.

Minium Required Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering and/or software systems engineering
• Ability to travel occasionally for customer reviews and technical meetings
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming and object-oriented programming principles
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems (VxWorks, FreeRTOS, cFS)
• Overall knowledge of spacecraft subsystems (e.g., ADCS, C&DH, power, propulsion, payload)
• Demonstrated experience with requirements management tools and processes (eg: JAMA, DOORs, etc)
• Understanding of V&V methodologies and practices
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions with customers and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) - SysML and UML modeling
• Familiarity with spacecraft mission lifecycles
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-motivated, fast learner with demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive results
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and open to using new tools to improve processes and efficiency
• Interface Control Document (ICD) development
• Trade study analysis and decision matrices
• INCOSE CSEP certification or equivalent

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $124,000.00 - $206,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $137,000.00 - $228,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within California is: $143,000.00 - $238,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Intuitive Machines is building the infrastructure for your boldest missions and the next era of space operations. Our foundation is proven and built for scale, resilience, and mission continuity, extending across LEO, GEO, lunar, interplanetary, and deep space. That’s why commercial leaders and government organizations, such as NASA rely, on Intuitive Machines to sustain continuous mission operations and extend their space capabilities further and faster.

Intuitive Machines is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process.