Advanced Space · 12 hours ago
Principal Software Engineer
Westminster, Colorado
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $195K/yr
15+ years expAdvanced Space is leading humanity back to the Moon and pioneering innovative solutions in the space industry. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer responsible for architecting solutions for ground and flight software for missions to the Moon and beyond, overseeing the software lifecycle from design through implementation, testing, and mission operations.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Expert in relevant language(s)
Able to understand and guide application of software techniques in all languages
Makes critical decisions on architecture, design, and technology choices
Act as a technical beacon for the organization
Expert in selecting appropriate designs, experiences with pro's/con's of various architectures, knows when to employ each, and how to optimize each
Lead/drive company wide direction related to software engineering techniques, guide development for cross/future program applicability, collaborate across disciplines to strategize for scalable growth with constant improvement in efficiency and quality
Provide accurate content and estimates for software related proposals
Able to identify customer needs and gaps, construct complex software solutions, and pitch these solutions to stakeholders with emphasis on the value of proper process at each stage
Expert in selecting appropriate designs, experiences with pro's/con's of various architectures, knows when to employ each, and how to optimize each
Lead/drive companywide direction related to software engineering techniques, guide development for cross/future program applicability, collaborate across disciplines to strategize for scalable growth with constant improvement in efficiency and quality
Shapes company strategy for software-domain mission integration
Expert at best practices in testing and enforcement of best practices in development pipeline
Contributes new ideas to BD/IRAD based on subject matter expertise and industry trends
Works to align software IRAD with company's strategic goals
Apply software engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with a focus on the unique aspects of flight software based on cFS and embedded Linux, ground software based on python and modern web-based frameworks, and cloud-based or embedded ML and autonomous systems
Participate in all elements of the software lifecycle including requirements, development, testing, and integration
Generate software architecture solutions for new project needs, perform software engineering analyses, document findings, communicate results to engineering and program management staff, give technical presentations, manage technical effort schedules, and coordinate workloads of an engineering unit to meet established deadlines or milestones
Mentors Staff and Senior engineers on estimation techniques
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field
15+ years of experience with spacecraft software systems, system architecture and/or mission control systems
Must have a complete understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate a complete understanding and application of programming and analysis concepts
Demonstrated hands-on technical expertise in C/C++ and Python programming languages
Knowledge of unique aspects of embedded software in resource-constrained environments and embedded Linux
Experience with version control (e.g. Git), Agile development processes and standards, Linux and Windows development, AWS or other cloud services, and Docker or other containerization services
Experience with designing real-time, embedded Flight Software (FSW) and firmware (FW) for satellite systems is strongly desired, including NASA core Flight System (cFS)
Experience with ground software for satellite systems, including knowledge of modern front-end web frameworks (e.g. React), is strongly desired
Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to lead a team of less experienced professional employees
Must be able to interface effectively with other engineers of various disciplines, including astrodynamics, navigation, and space systems design engineers, and interpret, debug, and modify complex software following rigorous process and coding standards
Willingness to mentor more junior software engineers/interns and develop a cohesive, well-coordinated software development team
Ability to work in the Westminster, CO office 3-5 days/week
Applicants must be a US Citizen
Must be eligible to obtain a US Security Clearance
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government
Benefits
Signing bonus
Company provided health insurance
401K plan upon eligibility
Flexible time off policy
Company and individual incentives quarterly
Relocation assistance
Company
Advanced Space
Advanced Space is a Aerospace company.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Cheetham
Chief Executive Officer and President
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