Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Orion Flight Software Unit Test Engineer to join our team with the Engineering Division.
* This is a temporary, remote opportunity not to exceed 12 weeks *
As a Flight Software Test Engineer, you will:
Collaborate with the software development team
Creating a Google Test implementation from the Orion Flight Software formal Unit Test Plan
Determine if unit test issues are related to Google Test Framework or flight code
Run Google Test suite and debug issues until the code runs properly successfully completes
Responsible for doing code reviews of C/C++ code to spot errors in the logic of the code
Work in an Agile, fast-paced environment
Perform other duties as requested or required by management
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related area or experience in the field
Experience with Software Engineering principles and methodologies
Software Testing and Verification (including Independent V&V)
Proficiency with C/C++ coding and experience testing C/C++ classes and their associated methods
Experience with agile software development and tools including Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, git, slack, SharePoint
Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude
Self-starter and able to take initiative and work with little direction
Ability to understand and absorb new concepts quickly
Requisition Preferences:
Experience writing and executing Unit Tests on the Google TestFramework or similar framework
Familiarity with GMock to perform tasks as a method of isolating the unit under test (UUT) or similar method
Creativity and troubleshooting skills are required for difficult Unit Testing
Prior background in space or aerospace software is a plus
Experience working as part of an Integrated Product Team to develop and test safety-critical software
Experience with highly autonomous systems
Experience developing software across the full development life cycle
Knowledge of the NASA Gateway Spacecraft systems and software
Experience with NPR 7150.2 or DO178 and other NASA software and systems development standards
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
