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The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations Directorate to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA Langley Research Center. This position reports directly to the Software Development Manager
All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and professionalism. All safety policies and procedures must be followed.
Want to work where spacecraft are tested, planes are crashed and where Neil Armstrong practiced his moon landing? Seeking experienced software developers with strong LabVIEW developer experience needed to support aerodynamic research at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC). This position with the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering (CMOE) contract at LaRC is part of a team that supports Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) and Facility Automation System (FAS) at wind-tunnel, lab or test facilities on Center. This position will provide support for designing, building, and maintaining data acquisition, instrument control, and industrial automation systems using LabVIEW programming. Additional software languages used in the team include MATLAB, C/C++, C#, Python. A combination of old and new, software and hardware, the work is hands-on, varied and unique. Critical skillsets include LabVIEW systems design, software development, project and team leadership, technical expertise, and safety focused reliability.
Responsibilities:
Support Ground Data Systems at NASA Langley Wind Tunnel and Test facilities:

• Maintain, design, develop, port to new versions of LabVIEW and operating systems, perform troubleshooting, perform system testing, and release management for implemented LabVIEW software products.
• Provide system designs for new LabVIEW solutions or to upgrade existing solutions.
• Work with sensors, instruments such as pressure systems, pressure transducer, thermocouples, strain gauges, force and moment measurement balances.
• Work with control systems such as PLCs, HMIs, valves, meters and gauges.
• Apply the NASA Software Engineering process requirements such as configuration management, requirements management, system design, testing, and release management.
• Lead, mentor and train a small team of new LabVIEW developers to develop user intuitive, visual interfaces focused on hardware interfacing and data processing.

Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required. BS Computer Science or Engineering related degree and at least five (5) years of practical work experience in software development specifically in the NI LabVIEW language to design data acquisition, instrument control, and industrial automation systems.
The ideal candidate will have worked in wind tunnel, industrial, or laboratory facility. Experience with leading and training other software developers required. Following software engineering standards and requirements is required. Experience in system design, equipment installation and system startup required. Experience with strain gauges, force and moment measurement balances, data acquisition instrumentation, pressure systems, precision filters highly desired. Certified LabVIEW Developer (or Architect) desired.
Essential Functions:
Work Environment
An office or Control Room environment is the typical work area. Travel between various facilities and test sites on Center is required. Project implementations or troubleshooting events will be in an industrial or laboratory environment. May be exposed to areas of high voltage, high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities. (Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.)
Equipment and Machine:
Software Tools: LabVIEW(primarily), C/C++, C#, MATLAB, Python, MS Office [Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio], AutoCAD or equivalent
Hardware platforms: Microsoft PC, Linux, National Instruments, PSI 8400, Optimus, NEFF, Precision Filters, PLCs, HMIs, PVs
Communications Protocol: TCP/IP, RS-232, IEEE-488, Modbus, OPC DA, OPC UA
Familiarity and use of safety and personal protective equipment
Physical Requirements:
Must have sufficient mobility to enter all areas of wind tunnel and test facilities. The ability to enter into confined spaces, crawl into or onto various assemblies while maintaining a clear vision of safety is required. Potential exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, propellants and the like. Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions. Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs.
Attendance
Regular attendance mandatory (100%)
Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (<15%) Travel required («5%)
Other Essential Functions

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Valid Real ID compliant identification - www.dhs.gov/real-id
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward 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.
• The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client organization.
• Must be able to balance scope, schedule, and budget to ensure program success.
• Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.

Compensation Details:
TBD: Based on Education and Experience
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/22/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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