Contract Rfic Design Engineer Jobs in Conroe, TX

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the On-orbit GN$C and Flight Mechanics section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.

This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team! 

We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning. 

Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.  This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

**International travel may be required. Possible straight time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) ** 

Required

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or related area.
• 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.

Preferred 

• Experience with NASA Software Engineering Requirements NPR-7150.2D or DO-178C
• Experience with NASA Software Assurance and Software Safety Standard. 

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is 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.

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

As a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer you will:

• Work on NASA's Mission Design Software Development Team, which provides software development support for a variety of tools that support multiple NASA and commercial programs.
• Develop variable degree-of-freedom simulations and related software tools for NASA and commercial spaceflight programs
• Develop, integrate, and test new software enhancements and capabilities within mission design tools
• Develop software documentation for software deliveries
• Provide recommendations for improvements in software design and software development processes
• Support activities to bring mission design software up to Class C, per NPR 7150.2.
• Maintain mission design software tools at Class C, following established procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.