Senior Software Systems Engineer

Role Description

Revolution Space is looking for an experienced, dynamic, and growth-oriented Software Systems Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle development of our space propulsion products from customer requirements through system verification. This engineer is expected to integrate with the existing technical team to:

• Bridge hardware and software functions
• Create infrastructure
• Enhance usability
• Optimize system functionality
• Oversee testing, debugging and troubleshooting
• Collaborate cross-functionally
• Support automation efforts

The position is full-time, remote.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain software development, testing, and delivery schedules
• Design software-intensive systems, including defining requirements, creating architectures, and ensuring scalability and security
• Integrate software components with hardware to create cohesive, functioning systems
• Review test plans and procedures and debug complex software issues
• Document and review system designs, procedures, and workflows
• Design scripts and tools to improve automation, efficiency, performance, and operational reliability
• Oversee creation of software simulators
• Participate in creation of full system emulators
• Develop, author, and maintain system, subsystem, and component-level requirements for space system hardware and their interfaces with spacecraft power, thermal, and command & data handling subsystems
• Maintain existing systems, manage upgrades, and provide technical support or troubleshooting during flight operations
• Participate in technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and gate reviews, through assistance in generating verification evidence
• Support model-based systems engineering (MBSE) initiatives where applicable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of relevant experience in computer systems engineering
• Strong skills in programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java, JavaScript)
• Strong skills with operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Server)
• Knowledge of networking protocols and infrastructure (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS)
• Familiarity with verification and validation (V&V) processes in aerospace or high-reliability industries
• Working knowledge of requirements management tools (MS Excel, DOORS, or equivalent)
• Strong communication and documentation skills with cross-functional teams across engineering disciplines
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance or ITAR compliance (U.S. Persons required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar
• 15+ years of space systems development experience
• Experience with Large Language Models used for relevant artificial intelligence solutions
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML
• Hands-on experience or academic background developing for space systems
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., MIL-STDs, NASA, etc.) and best practices (e.g. UIUX Usability Heuristics)

Benefits

• Paid holidays, sick time and unmetered vacation
• Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution
• 4% company matching 401k plan with immediate vesting
• Life Insurance
• Long-term / short-term disability
• Education assistance