Job Description

AS A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER IN OUR ENGINEERING TEST LAB, YOU WILL…

Develop software for flight actuation system test stands

Deliver executable software that meets performance requirements, as demonstrated by validating and verifying the software per recognized standards.

Work independently and as part of a team of Software Engineers to troubleshoot test stand issues. 

Document and update software deployed on automated test stands.

Deliver other software work products (documentation) that meets contractual requirements.

Perform project planning and oversight and provide status reporting management during project execution.

On larger projects, lead a small team of other software engineers to accomplish a portion of the software development work, e.g., low-level design, code, or test.

Control software project cost through reporting of earned value management data, and reporting scope changes to project management.

Control software project schedule by making sure that critical dependencies on other groups are part of the project’s Master Schedule, and by being responsible for delivering software work products on time.

Aid in the ongoing improvement of internal process development standards by suggesting improvements, reporting metrics, and participating on Process Improvement Teams.

Be a key contributor to the preparation of successful proposal scope, designs, cost estimates, and technical volume write-ups

Operate as a key element in a team of creative, independent individuals, which includes other department members

Minimum Qualifications to be considered…

Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of software development experience OR Master’s Degree with 6+ years of software development experience

Must have Python experience

This job requires access to US export-controlled information

Preferred Qualifications include…

Prefer that the Bachelor’s Degree is in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or other scientific discipline

Experience in a Lead Engineering role

Self-motivated and willing to take ownership of assignments and look for ways to execute on time and on budget.

Experience with automated Test Stands, implementing and troubleshooting software

Experience in a Test/Development Lab environment

Experience with dSpace and/or LabVIEW software development / verification

Ability to integrate and debug software in a lab environment at the machine level

Good technical writing skills

Good communication skills

Secret Clearance or higher is a plus

Experience with verification and documentation of software deployed on automated test stands

Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)