Aerospace AI Software Engineer​/Lead

About the Opportunity

Odyssey is seeking a motivated aerospace (emphasis on space) software engineer with AI/ML experience to complement our high-performing engineering and software team. In this position, you will be responsible for hands‑on design, integration, and implementation of a variety of AI/ML solutions for current and future space‑based projects and products. For more than 20 years Odyssey has tackled complex problems by providing innovative engineering and software solutions to advance space exploration – and had fun doing it.

We foster a collaborative culture with a relaxed work environment where happy employees produce exceptional outcomes. Being a part of Odyssey Space Research means being part of a team of highly skilled professionals in fields such as aerospace engineering, software, mathematics, and physics, who create innovative products and solutions to advance space exploration. Our goal is to provide you with challenging work in a fun environment.

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The Aerospace AI Software Engineer/Lead should be well versed with modern software development techniques and processes and have a demonstrated understanding of generative AI and machine learning, including training methods and frameworks, to build and optimize AI models for specific applications.

• 5+ years of experience with modern C++ and Python using an agile methodology
• Demonstrated experience with Tensor Flow, PyTorch, and other AI development tools or frameworks
• Demonstrated experience with agentic and generative AI, LLMs, LoRAs, RAG, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A Bachelor of Computer Science or equivalent / relevant degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience in the aerospace (emphasis on space) industry
• U.S. Citizen (or Permanent Resident) is required due to the nature of the work

• Experience with complex software systems including automated testing frameworks and flight software frameworks
• A Master (or higher) of Computer Science or equivalent / relevant degree from an accredited college or university

This position can be performed from our Houston, TX or Boulder, CO locations. This is not a remote position, but the work environment is flexible.

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience with an expected annual salary range between $100,000 and $200,000 with potential for additional incentives and benefits.