Software Engineer - Space Programs

About The Role

Peraton has an immediate opening for a Jr./Mid-level Software Engineer who will join our team at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, NM. Your role in this position will include software requirements gathering, software design, development, troubleshooting and debugging.

Peraton is the prime contractor on the SENSE contract for NASA at the White Sands Complex near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These two terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA’s orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. The WSC also serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe.

This position will be responsible for: 

• Performs systems modeling, simulation and analysis to provide appropriate telemetry, tracking, and command software solutions.
• Provides input for documentation of new or existing programs to ensure information accessibility, as required.
• Participates in designing, developing, troubleshooting and analyzing software programs that operate with hardware systems.
• Assists in customizing purchased applications and assists in maintaining program libraries and manuals based on research and customer needs.
• Provides feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of software and hardware to ensure proper functioning.
• Works with customer(s) to provide hands-on first level support.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related technical field and 2 years of relative experience.
• Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter.
• You must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

Desired Experience

• Experience in software engineering with OpenVMS or Linux or Windows operating systems.
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Experience working with object-oriented coding languages such as Ada or C++ or Java.
• Experience working with software design principles.
• A willingness to learn and remain agile in a dynamic environment.
• The ability to work in a team environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of software.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members.

Details

Target Salary Range: $51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.