Ground Autonomy Instruments & Controls Software Verification Engineer II - Glenn

Application close date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

• Lead and contribute to full lifecycle development of controls algorithm software for PLC‑based ground systems and control application software with a heavy focus on the verification and validation of the PLC control systems
• Lead PLC programming development and support commissioning of PLC and motion‑control‑based systems with software releases
• Assist with SCADA development (Iconics Gen 64 / Hyper Historian)
• Develop, test, verify, and validate PLC and motion‑control‑based systems
• Develop and maintain software requirements for Ground Control systems
• Design and implement autonomy solutions including sequencers, state machines, and fault management deployed on real‑time operating systems
• Troubleshoot fielded PLC logic and drive issue resolution to improve product quality
• Implement AI/LLM solutions for controls optimization, system monitoring, and workflow automation to reduce manual workload and improve reliability
• Support New Glenn mission and launch operations
• Guide development and continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and configuration management practices
• Effectively communicate technical decisions and status across internal design teams, operations, Quality, and business units
• We seek someone who will apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is essential!

• B.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls design, integration, and verification
• Expertise in controls algorithm development with PLC software, specifically proficient in Ladder Logic and/or Structured Text
• Proficiency in Python / C/C++ programming
• Experience with Siemens and/or Rockwell control automation systems
• Experience in autonomy, sequencers, state machines, and/or fault management deployed on real‑time operating systems
• Ability to design PID based control loops from first principles
• Experience implementing or integrating AI/LLM solutions in industrial control or software development contexts
• Knowledge of industry‑standard network communication protocols
• Familiarity with software lifecycle development processes, configuration management, version control, and change management
• Organized, self‑starter capable of breaking down complex problems into traceable tasks
• Excellent judgment and comfort making high‑quality and high‑velocity decisions
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of an organization
• Meticulous attention to detail and configuration control
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

• Advanced degree (M.S. or likewise) in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, or a related engineering field
• Experience with Python
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000
  , Factory Talk Asset Centre, Factory Talk View, or Studio 5000 View Designer
• Experience with Siemens TIA Portal
• Experience working with electrical control systems and industrial sensors and actuators: pressure, temperature, LVDT, bridge, accelerometers, and motion/servo controllers
• Experience in aerospace/launch vehicle and ground systems development and operations, including design, integration, verification, launch operations, and anomaly resolution
• Familiarity with software quality assurance standards such as NPR 7150.2 or DO-178
• Understanding of spacecraft operations, subsystem functions, and their interfaces and interactions
• Familiarity with embedded avionics networking including OSI model, transport/data link layers, Ethernet, IP, UDP/TCP/SCTP, CCSDS, or other radio networking protocols

WA applicants: $ – $. Other site ranges may differ.

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability,…