Embedded Software Test Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation3 months ago
El Segundo, CA, USAMid Level / Senior
Base Salary
$87k - $150k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop models of space-system components, including sensors, actuators, and vehicle dynamics, for software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and emulator-based simulators.
- Conduct tests and analyses of embedded software in launch vehicles, spacecraft, CubeSats, and other mission-critical space systems.
- Develop and maintain simulations supporting software validation, on-orbit anomaly resolution, and day-of-launch mission assurance.
- Develop tools and techniques to enhance analysis and simulation capabilities.
- Provide technical support in complex environments involving customers, program offices, engineering support, and contractors.
- For the senior level, lead highly technical project teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field.
- At least three years of applicable professional or academic experience for Member of Technical Staff; at least five years for Senior Member of Technical Staff.
- Experience programming in Python and C/C++.
- Relevant project experience in embedded systems, space-system design, dynamics, control systems, control algorithm design, or modeling and simulation.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain one.
- Senior-level candidates must have previous experience leading highly technical project teams.
- Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree in engineering or a related STEM field; experience designing, developing, or testing real-time embedded software; familiarity with launch-vehicle and satellite flight computers; familiarity with software development processes and tools; Linux/Unix experience; knowledge of JIRA, Bitbucket, and Confluence; experience with CI/CD tools and concepts; and an active Top Secret clearance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
- 401(k) plan with company-paid contributions of 8%, 10%, or 12% based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
- Flexible spending accounts and a variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth and development programs and education assistance programs.
- Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
- Position is located in El Segundo, California, and requires at least four days onsite.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit operator of a federally funded research and development center, providing independent systems engineering, research, and mission assurance for U.S. government space programs. It supports defense, civil, and some commercial customers across satellites, launch vehicles, ground systems, remote sensing, and cyber. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, it advises on acquisition, design, testing, and operations to improve reliability of national security space systems.