The key purpose of the position is to plan and perform ground systems software integration and operations activities with the Integrated Avionics Test Facilities (IATF) in support of the Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) and Systems Integration Laboratory (SIL) Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) facilities, and multiple Software Development Facilities (SDFs) that will be used to verify the integrated avionics system for the Space Launch System (SLS) at NASAs Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC).

Responsibilities:

The Software Integration and Operations Engineer participates in implementing, maintaining, and assisting Test Engineers with the use of laboratory automation software that controls real-time HWIL simulation systems used to support the NASA Space Launch System (SLS) program at MSFC. Some functions of the position are as follows:

Perform root cause analysis and correct test automation anomalies.

Analyze and develop software automation tools per design requirements.

Implement lab specific configuration per detailed designs.

Provide proactive software integration, troubleshooting, and bug-fix support.

Conduct and participate in design and configuration reviews.

Develop and maintain configuration managed documentation.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet performance goals.

Produce documentation and user training materials to assist users in the operation of software.

These activities will be on-going as the SLS program completes program phases, reviews, and schedule milestones.

Job Requirements:

A degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related field is required. A degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of an MS with at least 3 years of experience, or a BS with at least 5 years of experience. The content below represents the types of skills that will be applied and a willingness to learn is a must.

Proficiency in designing, developing, testing, deployment, and support of software applying organizational/project coding standards.

Proficiency working with Unix/Linux (Unix-like OS structure, file system, shell, secure shell)

Experience with software integration, testing, and troubleshooting.

Familiarity with software deployment and system configuration management tools, infrastructure as code (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).

Work in a software development team and independently applying DevOps concepts and Agile Development methodologies.

Communicate professionally, speaking and listening, with customers, stakeholders, and cross-organizational team members.

Additional requirements and/or desired attributes:

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Python and C++.

Proficiency in using tools and development in Red Hat Linux/Fedora Core is desirable.

Familiarity with development of object-oriented software applications.

Familiarity with XML, Git, Jira, and Linux batch scripting is desirable.

Continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines are desirable.