The Jacobs Space Exploration Group (JSEG) a primary contractor for NASA since 1989 is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL (ranked #1 in Best Places to Live by U.S. News).
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Position Description:
This position will support the Systems Integration and Test Facility (SITF) and Systems Integration Laboratory (SIL) Hardware-in-the-Loop facility (HWIL) for both Core Stage (CS) and Exploration Upper Stage (EUS). These facilities will be used to verify the integrated avionics system and Flight Software for the Space Launch System (SLS) at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). Mission is to keep HWIL labs available for testing and to immediately respond to any issues.
Responsibilities:
The Software Integration Engineer participates in implementing and maintaining laboratory automation software that controls real-time HWIL simulation systems used to support the NASA Space Launch System program at MSFC. This operations team member collects, interprets and documents system requirements; participates in component, subsystem and system concept designs; develops and recommends methods, tools, designs, and automation functions.
• Perform software systems engineering functions.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures.
• Enter and update documentation into appropriate control systems.
• Troubleshoot and correct test anomalies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet requirements.
• Produce documentation and user training materials to assist users.

These activities will be ongoing through multiple launch vehicle configurations as the SLS program completes program phases, reviews and schedule milestones.

Qualifications:
A degree in computer science, software 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.
Required Experience:
• Proficient in tools/languages such as: Python, Qt, Windows 10, and Linux
• Exposure to tools/languages/standards such as: XML, C/C++, Git, Bash,Trac, and Linux shell scripting.
• Ability to communicate issues and troubleshoot with internal and external team members.
Desired Experience:
• Systems engineering experience in disciplines such as hardware and software integration, requirements development, verification and validation, and testing.
• Development on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Network communications with TCP and UDP.
• Configuration management of distributed computing platforms used during formal avionics HWIL test activities.
• Developing user interfaces for automated test control and data display in support of formal avionics HWIL - test activities.
• The ideal candidate should be proactive, willing to learn, a team player, customer-focused, attentive to details, and always looking for improvements.
• Any experience with Avionics Hardware, cables, Break Out Boxes, etc
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
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The Jacobs Space Exploration Group (JSEG) offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!
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