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Boeing

Test Pilot 4

Manassas, VA · On-site

$241K - $326K/yr

Evaluates flight data (e.g., system performance, aircraft handling, equipment malfunction) and participates in aircraft design to recommend changes to design based on operational considerations.

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What is a flight data?

A Flight Data job involves collecting, analyzing, and managing data related to aircraft operations, performance, and navigation. Professionals in this field ensure that flight records are accurate and assist in improving safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. They often work with flight data recorders, monitoring systems, and software to interpret flight trends. This role is essential in aviation safety investigations, airline operations, and air traffic management.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in flight data?

Flight Data professionals are responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing flight information from various sources, such as black box recorders and operational systems. On a daily basis, they review flight records for anomalies, contribute to safety investigations, and generate reports for pilots, maintenance teams, and regulatory agencies. They often work closely with flight operations, engineering, and safety departments to ensure all flight data is accurate and up-to-date. This role may also involve responding quickly to urgent data requests and supporting continuous improvements in airline safety and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the flight data position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Data professional, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and often a background in aviation, data analysis, or engineering. Familiarity with flight data monitoring systems, airline operations software, and data visualization tools is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as those issued by aviation authorities. Effective communication, problem-solving ability, and teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These capabilities are crucial to ensuring accurate data management, regulatory compliance, and safe and efficient flight operations.

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Infographic showing various Flight Data job openings in Washington as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution.

2070 Flight Software Engineer

Greenbelt, MD • On-site

All Points Logistics, LLC
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$95K - $110K/yr

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

THIS IS A FEDERAL CONTRACT – U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

100% ON-SITE – NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GREENBELT, MD)

NASA PUBLIC TRUST / BADGING REQUIRED

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION / DUTIES:

All Points is seeking a Flight Software Engineer to support the Omnibus Multidiscipline Engineering Services (OMES) III contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.

This major engineering services program supports next-generation spaceflight and science missions, including initiatives within the Joint Polar Satellite System and Exploration & In-Space Services divisions.

The selected candidate will support the design, development, integration, testing, and verification of mission-critical flight software for space-based systems and embedded applications supporting NASA missions.

DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • Support full lifecycle flight software development from requirements through software acceptance testing
  • Develop, modify, integrate, and test real-time embedded flight software applications
  • Support software verification and validation activities in coordination with software assurance teams
  • Participate in requirements analysis, technical reviews, software integration, and troubleshooting activities
  • Support development activities utilizing established flight software engineering processes and industry standards
  • Perform software development activities within multi-disciplinary engineering teams supporting NASA missions
  • Maintain technical documentation, software artifacts, and engineering deliverables
  • Support mission integration, testing, and operational readiness activities
EDUCATION
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Related ABET-accredited technical discipline
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience
SKILLS / CERTIFICATIONS Required Experience & Skills:
  • Experience with established software engineering processes supporting flight or embedded software development
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as NASA NPR 7150.2, AS9100, MIL-STD-498, J-STD-016, IEEE 12207, or similar standards-based software development methodologies
  • Experience supporting the full software development lifecycle from requirements through software acceptance testing
  • Experience with real-time embedded software development
  • Experience with priority-based, multi-tasking real-time operating systems, including Linux, VxWorks, RTEMS, or similar environments
  • Experience developing software in C, C++, and/or ADA
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Unix shell scripting
  • Experience working with microprocessor-based hardware and interfaces including RAD750, GR712RC, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, SpaceWire, RS-232, and RS-422
  • Experience supporting Software Quality Assurance (SQA) and/or Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities
Desired Experience & Skills:
  • Experience supporting spacecraft or space-based mission programs
  • Flight software experience supporting NASA or aerospace systems
  • Software acquisition experience
  • Experience with DOORS requirements management tools
  • Experience with TDMS or similar data/document management systems
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • NASA Public Trust / badging required
COMPENSATION
  • $95,000 – $110,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Positions with All Points are full-time, direct hire positions and include a comprehensive benefits package.

For more information, please visit our Career Portal:

https://www.allpointsllc.com/careers/

ALL POINTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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