• Spacecraft Network Software Engineer

    Amentum (Houston, TX)


    Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

     

    We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

     

    We have an exciting opportunity for a **Spacecraft Network Software Engineer** to join the team.

    The **Spacecraft Network Software Engineer** will:

    + Decompose network and software requirements into functional and test requirements

    + Develop software to build and products & tools interfaces for performing engineering verification activities

    + Analyze performance of software interfaces and conduct integration testing

    + Develop C / Python software to provide the required functionality

    + Perform software testing and verification

    + Develop software documentation

    + Document Network software interfaces and develop an Interface Control Document

    + Serve as Network and Software Integration Subject Matter Expert.

    + Develop software and Network interface verification tests

    + Perform other duties as assigned

    Requisition Qualifications:

    + Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area or experience in the field.

    + Strong C programming skills and experience within the last 4 years

    + Proficiency with C coding in a Linux environment

    + Strong Python & Linux Shell / skills and experience within the last 2 years

    + Familiar with Integrated Development Environments (IDE) Tools

    + Experience with web-based collaboration tools and Network Troubleshoot tools / Wireshark

    + 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

    + 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 JSC ( Johnson Space Center )

    Requisition Preferences:

    + Experience with Agile software development

    + Experience with embedded processors

    + Experience with VxWorks Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)

    + Experian with Network architecture experience

    + Experience with Core Flight System (cFS) applications or similar vehical software frameworks

    + Experience with NASA NPR 7150.2 or DO-178C

    + Experience with NASA safety standards and requirements (e.g., NASA-STD-8739.8) for safety-critical software development

    + Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical 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 ethics

    + Highly developed coordination and organization skills

     

    Why Join Our Team?

    In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

    + Excellent personal and professional career growth

    + 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

    + Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

    + Much, much more!

     

    For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

     

    + Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .

    + Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

    + Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

    Essential Functions

    Work Environment

     

    Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

    Physical Requirements

    Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

     

    Equipment and Machines

     

    Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

     

    Attendance

     

    Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

     

    Other Essential Functions

     

    Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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