Flight Software Engineer II

Flight Software Engineer II

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract role with our client located in Centennial, CO.

• Design, develop, and test software applications for space systems and technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Architect and implement complex software systems to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and contribute to the development of software solutions.
• Utilize version control systems such as Git to manage code changes and collaborate with team members.
• 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 for future reference.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in software development and space technologies.
• Mentor and guide other engineers, providing technical leadership and support.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master’s +3 yrs experience).
• Typically, 5+ years of related experience.
• Expertise in one to 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.

• Strong technical understanding of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming.
• Experience implementing client-server applications using socket I/O using 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 software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum.
• 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, on target platform) 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.

Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $60-$83 an hour

Location:

Centennial, CO
Required US Citizenship – May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

Benefits Package:
Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.