York Space Systems LLC · 9 hours ago
Software Engineer Intern
York Space Systems is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and rapid production of spacecraft platforms. They are seeking a Software Engineer Intern who will be responsible for analysis and testing of space vehicle flight software and ground software, contributing to the delivery of embedded flight software products for Earth-orbiting missions.
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Responsibilities
Support test-like-you-fly, test driven development for spacecraft flight software, ground software, and space vehicle integration
Perform troubleshooting and debugging of SIT tools and infrastructure
Participate in an agile scrum team focused on delivering embedded software for space applications
Collaborate with team members, management, and customers to ensure projects are completed to standard
Identify risks and form contingency plans as soon as possible
Communicate with the team about challenges, failures, and successes
Influence technical design and code reviews to ensure quality of deliverables
Work with systems engineers and peers to understand and expand requirements based on high-level specifications
Develop software architectures and designs that meet requirements
Develop interfaces and processes running on embedded Linux
Propose, review, and analyze potential implementation approaches based on cost, complexity, and schedule
Develop the associated code following strict project coding guidelines and process requirements
Develop, execute, and analyze unit tests verifying satisfaction of requirements, proper implementation of interfaces, and code coverage
Work with other subsystems to ensure proper integration of subsystem code into the functional design
Participate in development of Software-in-the-loop (SITL) and Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) systems
Perform or provide oversight of SITL and HITL integration and testing
Qualification
Required
0-2 years of experience in software engineering
Bachelor's degree or greater in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Experience with C C++ or Python
Experience with Git and modern day Agile software development practices & tools
Experience developing in a Linux environment
Some experience with bash scripting
Knowledge of Docker, Docker Compose, & containerization
Knowledge of GitLab & CI/CD pipelines and using them for development
Familiar with writing test documentation, such as test plans, procedures, and reports
Can proactively identify problems and communicate them clearly to leadership and/or more senior engineers
Proficient at technical documentation
Understanding and experience with API usage
Ability to obtain a Security Clearance (Secret or above)
Preferred
Experience in end to end system level automated testing
Experience with Software in the loop test systems
Experience with Hardware in the loop test systems
Experience in modeling, analysis and validation of satellite subsystems
Experience in developing Flight Dynamics and Mission Analysis models
Experience with embedded systems, networking, and pub/sub message middlewares
Experience with build system tools such as CMake, SWIG, and package management
Experience with UI/UX testing and full-stack web development, including backend development support for APIs and databases
Experience with databases (SQL, Influx, Mongo)
Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as NASA Trick, GMAT, and MATLAB/Simulink/Coder
Experience testing hardware systems, preferably for space flight
Ability to communicate complex topics to a non-technical audience
Self starter with the ability to pick up new concepts quickly
Active Security Clearance (Secret or above)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
PTO
401K
Company
York Space Systems LLC
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming and enabling next generation space mission operations worldwide.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-10-04Acquired
2015-10-15Angel
2015-01-01Seed
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