Staff LabVIEW Engineer - Test Systems & Automation

Agile Space; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 115,025 - 172,537; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Agile Space in Durango, Colorado is looking for a Sr. Data Acquisition and Controls (DACS) Engineer. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and expertise in LabVIEW, Python, and C++. This full-time role involves designing, developing, and troubleshooting software for propulsion systems testing.

You will be part of a dynamic team focused on safety and reliability, contributing to the company's innovative projects in the space industry.

Benefits include generous health coverage and a 401(k) with a company match.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in engineering.
• 5+ years of experience with LabVIEW preferred.
• Proficiency in Python or C++.
• Hands-on experience with low voltage electrical systems.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for propulsion testing.
• Work with NI LabVIEW for control and measurement applications.
• Ensure compliance with software development standards.
• Collaborate in a team-focused environment.

Skills

LabVIEW Development

Programming (Python, C++)

System Design

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. or advanced degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Linux-based environments

Git, Gitlab

Job description

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile, we design, build, and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision, reliability, and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense, human exploration, and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands‑on, fast‑moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close‑knit, innovative team.

Sr. Data Acquisition and Controls (DACS) Engineer

Agile Space Industries is seeking an experienced onsite Data Acquisition and Controls Systems (DACS) Engineer in Durango, CO to provide technical experience and depth to our DACS team supporting hypergolic propulsion systems testing. The ideal candidate for this role will have technical experience to provide guidance to other DACS engineers and program teams, to make informed architecture decisions, and guide the development process while working as a team member on active development projects. Critical skillsets include systems design and development, LabVIEW development, project and team leadership skills, and technical decision making with a focus on safety and reliability. This position requires a leadership and collaboration mindset with a focus on pragmatic and timely implementation.

This position is onsite and may be based in either Tulsa, Oklahoma or Durango, Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Support the Agile Test Site Operations team by designing, developing, testing, integrating, troubleshooting, and upgrading software used in propulsion testing
• Work in NI LabVIEW, including LabVIEW FPGA and LabVIEW Real‑Time, to create and maintain control and measurement applications
• Work with sensors including but not limited to pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pyrometers, and flow meters
• Work with control mechanisms including but not limited to pneumatic solenoid valves, remote pressure regulators, relays, valve drivers, VFDs, motorized throttling valves
• Ensure compliance with applicable software development standards and best practices
• Interface with various test and measurement instruments such as power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes
• Implement and support communication protocols including VISA, TCP/IP, and serial interfaces
• All work shall be performed in a collaborative team environment with a focus on safety and long‑term system reliability

Requirements

• You will be required to work on‑site at our testing facilities located in Durango, CO
• Education: B.S. or advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering field (with strong programming background)
• 8+ Years relevant experience
• 5+ Years experience with LabVIEW (Actor Framework preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in programming languages such as Python or C++
• Demonstrated expertise in the fundamentals of object‑oriented programming
• Hands‑on experience designing and debugging low voltage electrical systems
• Experience working within Linux‑based environments
• Proactive and detail‑oriented mindset
• Capacity to communicate effectively and work in team environments
• Strong organization and time‑management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) Certification
• Actor Framework (AF) experience
• Familiarity with NI PXIe (R‑Series), NI cRIO, DAQmx, LV FPGA
• A strong grasp on computer networking basics (TCP/IP, UDP, firewalls)
• Experience with high‑speed signal integrity practices
• Experience working on safety critical systems
• Experience as a team leader or mentor
• Experience with Git, Gitlab, WSL, JIRA, SSH

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

What You’ll Love About Us

Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage, dental and vision plans, flexible time off, parental leave, and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

At AGILE, our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request to [e-mail].

Salary

Expected salary range: $115,025-$172,537 annually.

Employment Type

Exempt. Full Time. Onsite: Durango, CO.