Job Description
Job Description
MRI Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer to join the JETS II team supporting NASA at Johnson Space Center. In this role, you will develop and maintain software tools for NASA's Mission Design Software Development Team, supporting a variety of tools used across multiple NASA and commercial spaceflight programs.
A typical day involves developing variable degree-of-freedom simulations and related software tools for NASA and commercial spaceflight programs. In the morning you may be developing, integrating, and testing new software enhancements and capabilities within mission design tools, or writing software documentation for upcoming deliveries. In the afternoon you could be collaborating with NASA civil servants and contractor teammates on software design improvements, or supporting activities to bring mission design software up to Class C per NPR 7150.2 and maintain it at that standard going forward. The work is intellectually challenging and directly supports NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
What We Are Looking For
Requirements:
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or a related area, OR a bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related area combined with relevant experience in the field
- 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
- Excellent communication skills
- 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
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision
- Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at meetings
- Experience with Microsoft Office products
Preferences:
- Experience with NASA Software Engineering Requirements NPR-7150.2D or DO-178C
- Experience with NASA Software Assurance and Software Safety Standard
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on your experience, qualifications, and business needs, we may consider candidates at any level for which the position has been advertised. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off, and 401(k). You'll also enjoy a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off, when applicable), and strong career development opportunities working alongside NASA's human spaceflight teams.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
MRI Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
As we are a Federal Contractor, most positions require the employee to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government background investigation. MRI also completes a pre-screening background check for anyone offered employment.
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