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Amentum · 2 months ago

Spacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Amentum is a leading engineering solutions provider collaborating with NASA on deep space exploration initiatives. They are looking for a Spacecraft Software Development & Verification Engineer to develop software code, analyze performance, and conduct verification testing for space exploration systems.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop software code for modules / systems and / or ground software testing and verification tools

Analyze the performance of software functions and interfaces and conduct integration or verification testing

Document functions and use cases including software requirements

Document system interfaces and related Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

Use integrated simulation environment to validate software function and interfaces

Develop unit and interface verification tests

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PythonC/C++ programmingTCP/IP Network CommunicationsAgile methodologiesEvent-driven architectureConfiguration management toolsCCSDS Packet ProtocolsCollaboration toolsCustomer service attitudeCommunication skillsTeam-orientedTime management skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

Proficiency in Python, C, C++ programming

Experience with event and data-driven architecture

Experience in TCP/IP Network Communications CCSDS Packet Protocols

Familiarity with configuration management tools

Experience with web-based collaboration tools

Experience with Agile software development methodologies and process

Excellent collaboration, communication, negotiation, and coordination skills

Strong customer service attitude

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

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited school and five (5) years of related engineering experience, or Master's degree in engineering from an accredited school and four (4) years of related experience, or Ph.D. in engineering from an accredited school and zero (0) years of related experience

Experience leading technical work of a small software team

Knowledge of NASA Spacecraft Software Systems and software ( per NPR 7150 or CMMI or DO 178 processes)

Preferred experience in spacecraft or autonomous systems

Experience with CCSDS / Telemetry Systems

Experience with collaboration tools such as: JIRA, Confluence, Slack, Microsoft SharePoint and Teams

Quick learner and self-motivated

Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

Highly responsible and team-oriented with a strong work ethic

Strong coordination and organizational and time management skills