Spacecraft Core Flight Software Engineer

Hx5, Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

HX5, LLC is seeking a Spacecraft Core Flight Software Engineer (Engineer II) to join the JETSII Contract at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The role requires translating system requirements into software requirements and building interfaces between GFE code and contractor software.

You will develop C and Python software, perform integration testing, and create verification tests. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited school, strong C and Python skills

Qualifications

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school.
• Strong C programming skills with recent experience.
• Proficiency with C coding in a Linux environment.
• Strong Python skills with recent experience.
• Familiarity with IDE tools.
• Experience with web-based collaboration tools.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• System and software configuration management experience.
• Good oral and written communication with customers and team members.
• Able to manage multiple actions and time commitments.

Responsibilities

• Decompose system requirements into software requirements.
• Develop a Requirements Traceability Matrix.
• Write software to interface vehicle level GFE code with module level contractor-supplied code.
• Analyze performance of software interfaces and perform integration testing.
• Develop C and Python software to provide required functionality.
• Perform software testing and verification.
• Develop software documentation.
• Document interfaces and develop an Interface Control Document.
• Serve as software development and testing SME.
• Develop unit and interface verification tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

C programming

Python

Linux development

IDE tools

Web collaboration tools

Communication

Teamwork

Configuration management

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

Tools

GitLab

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Spacecraft Core Flight Software Engineer
Engineer II
R0173915
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Spacecraft Core Flight Software Engineerto join the JETSII Contract.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Decompose system requirements into software requirements
• Develop Requirements Traceability Matrix
• Write software to build interfaces between vehicle level GFE code and module level contractor-supplied code
• Analyze performance of software interfaces and perform integration testing
• Develop C / Python software to provide the required functionality
• Perform software testing and verification
• Develop software documentation
• Document interfaces and develop an Interface Control Document
• Serve as SW Development and SW Testing Subject Matter Expert
• Develop unit and interface verification tests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education andExperience

• BS in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering school
• Strong C programming skills and experience within the last 2 years
• Proficiency with C coding in a Linux environment
• Strong Python skills and experience within the last 2 years
• Familiarity with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools
• Experience with web-based collaboration tools
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• System and software configuration management experience
• Good oral and written communication with customers and team members
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple actions, and both short-term and long-term projects
• Customer service oriented
• Must be willing to work onsite at Johnson Space Center

Preferences:

• Experience with agile software development
• Experience with embedded processors
• Experience with VxWorks Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)
• Data-driven architecture experience
• Experience with Core Flight System (cFS) Applications (or similar flight software framework)
• Experience with NASA NPR 7150.2 or DO-178C
• Experience with NASA Safety Standards and requirements, NASA-STD-8739.8, that drive the processes for Safety Critical Software Development
• Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical flight software
• Experience with software testing and verification
• Experience developing software across the full development life cycle
• Experience with the following web-based collaboration tools:
• GitLab
• JIRA
• Confluence
• Quick learner and self-motivated
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision
• Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with strong work ethic
• Highly developed coordination and organization skills

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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