We are seeking a highly skilled Space Software Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of robust software architectures for space-based interceptor systems to join our team in Huntsville, Alabama.
Contract Overview:
Golden Dome is a national-level, whole-of-nation initiative in which you will play a critical role in advancing next-generation homeland defense capabilities. If you are seeking a fast-paced position focused on developing innovative software for the Space-Based Interceptor mission, this opportunity is designed for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Architectural Design:
- Develop software architectures for space-based interceptor systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability in real-time environments.
- Define and document system-level software design and interface requirements across multiple subsystems.
Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance to software engineering teams during design, development, testing, and integration phases.
- Support trade studies to assess software design options and recommend optimal solutions.
Integration:
- Coordinate the integration and testing of embedded, real-time software with space-based hardware systems.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, systems engineers, and mission planners.
Modeling and Simulation:
- Develop and refine algorithms, including guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), for space-based interceptors.
- Enable system-level simulations to validate performance against mission requirements.
Requirements Analysis:
- Perform detailed analysis of system requirements and translate them into software specifications.
- Ensure compliance with DoD standards, cybersecurity protocols, and best practices for space systems.
R&D Contribution:
- Lead efforts to incorporate emerging technologies, such as AI/ML and advanced autonomy, into space interceptor software systems.
- Support innovation initiatives by staying updated on industry trends, including space systems software engineering technologies.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare technical documentation, including system design artifacts, software configuration files, and test reports.
- Present technical reviews and updates to stakeholders, customers, and senior leadership.
Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree with 15 years’ related experience; Master’s degree preferred.
Required Security Clearance:
- Must have an Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- 5 years’ prior experience for access to Special Access Program Information (SAP), or Controlled Access Program (CAP); must have 1 year in the last 5 years.
Technical Skills:
- 15 years of experience in software engineering with an emphasis on space systems or defense applications.
- Proven track record in architecting software for embedded real-time systems and mission-critical applications.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
- Strong knowledge of software development life cycles, including Agile methodologies.
- Familiarity with space system operations, including orbital mechanics, GNC algorithms, and payload software.
- Experience with middleware frameworks (e.g., DDS, RTPS) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
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