Software Engineer, Ground Launch Sequencer

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

The Spaceflight Processing, Test Integration Department is looking for highly qualified Engineering candidates to
join the SLS/Orion Ground Launch Sequencer (GLS) software development team supporting software
development and launch activities at the Kennedy Space Center, which will include but is not limited to:
• Maintenance of GLS software products to include creating requirements, composing supporting
documentation, developing code, developing unit tests, participating in code peer reviews, writing, and
executing test procedures for verification and validation tests, and data review.
• Initiate/disposition Non-conformances, debugging, participating in code fixes, code and documentation
peer review and testing.
• Firing room operations supporting Integration Console for launch countdown, launch simulations, and
launch test events.
•Communication using headset with Test Conductors, system engineers within the firing room and at remote
locations to ensure time critical testing for problem resolution.
• Communicate with the software developer group, other users, and with management as well as with the
wider community through the publishing and presentation of technical papers.
• Regular status updates will be required to show progress and annunciate road-blocks early. Be able 

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution and four years related experience.

• The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of software testing and test analysis (regression, timing, failure,
etc.) and have an understanding of the configuration, build, and delivery authorization processes of
software development/delivery.
• Experience programming under Linux or Unix and one or more of the following: C, C++, JAVA, ACL, or Jview
is required.
• Must be a self-motivated, team player comfortable with working in a dynamic environment.
• Previous experience with Agile or other similar software methodologies is a plus.
• Experience with the full life cycle of software processes (design, development, and delivery) for highly
critical software is a plus. 

**Must have a valid U.S. driver's license

Physical Requirement

• May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.

Work Environment

•  May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
• Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility.
• Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.

Equipment and Machines

• Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.
• Variety of equipment used in testing.

Attendance

• Full-time work hours.
• Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
•  Shift work may be required.

Other Essential Function

•   Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
•   Must be able to travel to support po