Software Engineer III (Flight Software) Verified today

About the Role

You will design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies. In this role you will:

• Design and architect complex software systems to meet project requirements
• Write clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards
• Implement spacecraft flight software and mission management systems
• Collaborate with team members to understand project needs and develop effective solutions
• Manage code changes using version control systems such as Git
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to development standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve software-related issues in a timely manner
• Document software configurations, processes, and procedures
• Mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Masters plus 3 years experience)
• Typically 5 or more years of related experience
• Expertise in one or multiple programming languages and advanced understanding of software development principles
• Ability to design and architect complex software systems
• Experience with different software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum/Kanban
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to mentor and guide other engineers
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong technical understanding of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming
• Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O with TCP/UDP
• Experience implementing loosely coupled applications using PUB/SUB messaging
• Familiarity with Open Standards such as CCSDS, C2MS, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Universal C2 Interface (UCI)
• Experience with spacecraft flight software development
• Experience developing mission management and/or payload control software
• Demonstrated experience leading a team developing software
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience and knowledge of Software Design Patterns
• Experience using SysML/UML to create Software Designs
• Experience testing and debugging on both Software in the Loop (SITL) and Hardware in the Loop (HITL) environments
• Experience with Source Code Configuration Management platforms (GIT, SVN)
• Experience developing on Linux
• Experience with network configurations including netconf
• Experience with embedded programming including new board build up
• Experience optimizing computer system performance including optimization for timing

Compensation

Pay Range: $129,776.00 - $178,441.25

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Benefits

Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.