Software Engineer

York Space Systems Simulation, Integration, and Test (SIT) Team PositionSalary: $100,000 - $120,000York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next-generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York's complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York's existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.We're looking to expand our team across the board. We're looking for a passionate candidate with an Aerospace and Software background to expand our Simulation, Integration, and Test (SIT) team. The SIT department plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful deployment and operation of satellites by providing support to critical areas: Flight Software, Ground Software, Vehicle Test, and Mission Operations. The department collaborates with engineering teams to develop and maintain modern software engineering standards that lead mission success. Additionally, it supports rigorous testing processes to validate hardware and software, minimizing risks prior to launch. On the ground, the department supports the seamless operation of ground software systems for satellite communication, monitoring, and control, facilitating real-time data analysis and mission management. Together, these efforts ensure that satellites are properly launched, placed into orbit, and operated efficiently, supporting a range of applications for our customers.The ideal candidate will act as the critical interface between developers and our internal customers. They will be working across engineering teams to build and improve on simulation and test products and help integrate and test mission critical software.ResponsibilitiesDevelop features & bug fixes for SIT products with guidance from leadership and senior engineersDevelop automated tests for multiple systems such as flight and ground softwareTranslate high-level designs and requirements into high quality code.Provides direction to more junior engineers on feature developmentInteract with other York departments to support usage of SIT productsSupport test-like-you-fly, test driven development for spacecraft flight software, ground software, and space vehicle integrationWrite and execute test plan documents and use cases with collaboration from other York developersWrite robust and scalable features & tests to promote modularity and maximize re-use across departmentsPerform troubleshooting and debugging of SIT products, tools, and infrastructureFollow coding contribution standards and agile development practicesCreate documentation and user guidesCreate and maintain CI/CD pipelinesCommunicate complex topics to non-technical audiencesQualificationsBachelor's degree or greater in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field2-4 Years of experience in Software Engineering or related field or greaterDemonstrated proficiency with C++ or PythonDemonstrated proficiency with Git and modern day Agile software development practices & toolsDemonstrated proficiency in a Linux environmentDemonstrated proficiency with bash scriptingExperience with Docker, Docker Compose, & containerizationExperience with Full Stack developmentFamiliar with writing test documentation, such as test plans, procedures, and reports.Capable of managing multiple tasks while delivering according to program milestones and deliverablesCan proactively identify problems and communicate them clearly to leadership and/or more senior engineersProficient at writing and reading technical documentationUnderstanding and experience with API usagePreferred QualificationsExperience in end to end system level automated testingExperience with Software in the loop test systemsExperience with Hardware in the loop test systemsExperience in modeling, analysis and validation of satellite subsystemsExperience in developing Flight Dynamics and Mission Analysis modelsExperience with embedded systems, networking, and pub/sub message middlewaresExperience with build system tools such as CMake, SWIG, and package managementExperience with UI/UX testing and full-stack web development, including backend development support for APIs and databasesExperience with databases (SQL, Influx, Mongo)Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as NASA Trick, GMAT, and MATLAB /Simulink/CoderExperience testing hardware systems, preferably for space flightProficient with GitLab & CI/CD pipelines and using them for developmentSelf starter with the ability to pick up new concepts quicklyYork Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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