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Mission Design Tools Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer to join ...

Pae

Mission Design Tools Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer to join ...

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Simulation Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Simulation Software Engineer to join the JETSII ...

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MID LEVEL SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Houston, TX · On-site

As a Mid-Level Software Engineer supporting NASA programs through a contractor organization, you will develop, maintain, and enhance web-based and low-code applications that support mission ...

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Mission Design Tools Software Engineer P1

Oceaneering

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary:
Oceaneering is seeking a Mission Design Tools Software Engineer to support NASA as part of the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. This role involves developing software tools for NASA and commercial spaceflight programs, ensuring high-quality standards in mission design software.
Responsibilities:
• 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.
Qualifications:
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.
• 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.
Preferred:
• Experience with NASA Software Engineering Requirements NPR-7150.2D or DO-178C
• Experience with NASA Software Assurance and Software Safety Standard.
Company:
Oceaneering is a global oilfield provider of engineered services and products primarily to the offshore oil and gas industry. Founded in 1964, the company is headquartered in Houston, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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