Senior Ground Software Engineer II

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy ground software systems for a new satellite system, including command and control, telemetry, telemetry database, and ground station software.
• Rapidly execute to produce a simple, reliable ground system.
• Implement real-time data acquisition, processing, and visualization systems for satellite telemetry.
• Integrate and test ground software with satellite, ground stations, and network infrastructure.
• Develop automated systems for satellite operation and ground system monitoring.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of ground software, including simulations and real-world scenarios.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues encountered during satellite operations.
• Conduct tests with ground networks, spacecraft software and hardware simulators.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers, satellite operators, and other software teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software development team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on satellite ground systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Python, Ruby, Java, and C++.
• Experience in spaceflight operations, satellite test and data collection applications.
• Knowledge of satellite communication protocols, such as CCSDS and CSP.
• Familiarity with containerization, automation and infrastructure (Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, cloud-based ground segments, etc.).
• Experience with software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices specific to satellite and ground systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex software issues in real-time.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with the Space Development Agency NEBULA standard.
• Familiarity with OpenC3 COSMOS.
• Experience with network architectures and protocols, including TCP/IP and UDP.
• Experience with load balancing network applications and managing cloud-based systems.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and system administration.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.
• Extensive experience in satellite ground systems and software engineering.

Benefits & Perks

• Full-time employment with a salary range of $135,000 - $160,000 per year.
• Company stock options.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.