Mission Design Tools Software Engineer

This position supports the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058).

Responsibilities

• Develop variable degree-of-freedom simulations and related software tools for NASA and commercial spaceflight programs.
• Develop, integrate, and test new software enhancements and capabilities within mission design tools.
• Develop software documentation for software deliveries.
• Provide recommendations for improvements in software design and software development processes.
• Support activities to bring mission design software up to Class C, per NPR 7150.2.
• Maintain mission design software tools at Class C, following established procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer-related information.
• Experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Bachelor's degree in the field of engineering.
• 1+ years of recent and related work experience.
• Proficient in C++, Fortran, and Python.
• Experience in product delivery utilizing source code management tools such as Git/GitLab.
• Experience with implementing and enforcing software coding standards.
• Experience in the full software lifecycle activities (e.g., requirements, design, implementation, testing, and release).
• Proficient in use of CI/CD tools and techniques.
• Proficient in use of software task management/collaboration tools.
• Experience with Agile frameworks, methodologies, and techniques.
• Experience working in multiple environments including Windows, Mac, and Linux.
• Ability to work in a team environment consisting of NASA civil servants and contractor employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable successful performance in a collaborative engineering team.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with NASA Software Engineering Requirements NPR-7150.2D or DO-178C.
• Experience with NASA Software Assurance and Software Safety Standard.

Schedule

• This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• AD&D and disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement 401k plan.
• Vacation, sick pay, and holidays.
• Flexible work schedules (when available).
• Professional training and development for career advancement.

Work Environment

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, pre-employment drug screen, and periodic random drug and alcohol screenings. Some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.