Systems/Software Engineer

Job Description

Minimum $15,000 Sign On Bonus being offered for external hires.

Our Space & Mission Systems sector is seeking a Principal Systems/Software Engineer to join our Space Vehicle Simulator team. In this role, you will work at the forefront of hardware–software integration for space missions. The simulators we design and deliver function as system-level prototypes supporting critical program activities, including flight software development and test, risk‑reduction integration, ground system development, and mission operator training.

We are seeking an engineer with systems thinking, leadership, and ownership—someone who ensures simulator products meet their intended technical and operational use cases, from concept through delivery. This position reports to the Space Vehicle Simulators Engineering Manager and is ideal for candidates with a deep interest in aerospace systems and how satellites are developed, produced, operated, and tested.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of real‑time simulations of space vehicles in both hardware‑in‑the‑loop and software‑only digital environments.
• Apply systems‑engineering rigor to define use cases, capture requirements, validate architectures, and ensure simulator products fulfill their mission‑critical applications across multiple stakeholders.
• Own technical decision‑making and provide leadership within the simulator development team, guiding architecture, integration strategies, and quality assurance.
• Perform full software lifecycle activities, including requirements development, architecture, design, coding, testing, integration, and documentation.
• Develop and deploy containerized simulation components using OCI‑compliant technologies such as Podman or Docker.
• Work within a collaborative Agile team using GitLab, coding standards, DevSecOps pipelines, and modern development practices.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.