Spacecraft Embedded Flight Software Systems Engineer (NASA Orion)

SA Photonics, a CACI Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Spacecraft Embedded Flight Software Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of the Orion spacecraft's Compact Flight Computer. This role demands a self-motivated individual with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills, who is passionate about the space program. You will be involved in hardware/software integration, developing test plans, and ensuring the safety and reliability of flight software. Join a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of human space exploration and enjoy a culture that values integrity, trust, and continuous growth.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Healthcare Benefits

Retirement Plans

Continuing Education Support

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in safety-critical flight software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience with NASA’s Core Flight Software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware/software integration on Orion spacecraft systems.
• Develop test plans for certification of cFS/RTEMS software.
• Analyze test results and troubleshoot software issues.

Skills

Hardware/Software Integration

Real-Time Operating Systems

Embedded Software Development

Communication Skills

Test Plan Development

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

M.S. in Computer Science

Tools

RTEMS

Git

Subversion

Job description

Spacecraft Embedded Flight Software Systems Engineer (NASA Orion)

Job Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NACIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for an experienced Spacecraft Embedded Flight Software (FSW) Systems Engineer to support development of a Compact Flight Computer (CFC) for the Orion spacecraft. The CFC will provide an additional processor to host Orion docking FSW and other applications. The work involves working with NASA’s Core Flight Software (cFS) running on a Real-Time Executive for Multiprocessor Systems (RTEMS) platform. The work includes developing and executing tests, analyzing test results, and generating related documentation for pre-certification of cFS/RTEMS Class A safety critical FSW.

This position requires a self-motivated, capable person with strong verbal and written communication skills. In addition to outstanding technical expertise, the individual must be very people savvy, have strong customer relationship skills, possess a positive team-player attitude, be flexible and willing to take on new assignments and responsibilities as they arise, and be an articulate speaker able to communicate complex technical ideas in a convincing manner. The individual must share our passion for our Nation's Space Program and share in the excitement of developing the next human-rated space vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hardware/software integration on Orion spacecraft systems.
• Integrate the cFS Operating System Abstraction Layer (OSAL) and Platform Specific Package (PSP) with RTEMS.
• Develop test plans and procedures for certification of cFS/RTEMS software as class A safety critical software.
• Develop and execute test scripts for testing on emulated targets as well as development and production hardware.
• Analyze test results and perform software troubleshooting.
• Provide software products and metrics per NASA Spacecraft Software Engineering Team (SSET) standards for class A safety critical flight software.
• Generate documentation including User Manuals, Developer’s Guides, Software Development Plans, and Configuration Management Plans for FSW pre-certification packages.

This work takes place at NASA/JSC in Houston, TX, a highly stimulating and dynamic environment that is critical in human space flight and the space exploration initiative.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Computer or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines required.
• At least five years of related experience in human-rated real-time safety critical flight software in aerospace or other industries. Greater experience is highly valued.
• Experience with hardware/software integration.
• Must be flexible, open to new challenges in a dynamic environment, and possess strong technical expertise combined with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision.
• Must be a highly responsible, team-oriented individual with strong work ethic.
• Must have highly developed coordination and organization skills.

Desired:

• M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience greater than the minimum of five years related experience in human-rated real-time safety critical flight software in aerospace or other industries is highly valued, i.e., the greater the experience level the better.
• Experience developing and debugging embedded software.
• Experience with real-time operating systems, e.g., RTEMS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS.
• Experience with NASA’s Core Flight Software (cFS).
• FSW Verification and Validation (V&V) experience.
• Experience with Class A safety-critical FSW certification for human spaceflight programs, e.g., Space Shuttle, ISS, Orion, CCP, Gateway.
• Familiarity with the NASA Spacecraft Software Engineering Team (SSET) standards and processes for class A safety critical FSW. Experience with NPR 7150.2C is valued.
• Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and Subversion.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless.So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$69,100 - 141,500 USD

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.