Ground SW Engineer: C/C++ Simulation – Level 3 or 4 (Chandler) (AHT)

Description

The company's Space Sector is hiring a Ground SW Engineer for C/C++ simulation at Level 3 or Level 4, based in Chandler, AZ.

You will build and connect ground support equipment software, simulators and test tools in a classified Linux development setup, with C/C++ as the main language and some Java.

At the senior end, the role can include leading technical work, helping with schedules, and taking part in program and customer discussions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and integrate ground support equipment software, simulators and test tools.
• Write simulation and test-tool code, plus ground support and core application code, to meet mission needs.
• Program mainly in object-oriented C/C++, with Java where the environment needs it, on Linux.
• Write software requirements and design documents.
• Join peer reviews and follow configuration management and other software process steps.
• Help build hardware/software interfaces, deploy simulators, integrate systems and troubleshoot problems using sound engineering judgment.
• Work with embedded, GNC, systems, test and other engineering partners in an integration-heavy setting.
• Develop, test and integrate software within a classified environment.
• At the higher level, support technical leadership, schedules and program or customer discussions as needed.
• Carry out additional tasks as the role requires.

Requirements

• Level 3: a STEM bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, a master's with 3 years, or a PhD with 1 year.
• Level 4: a STEM bachelor's degree with 8 years of professional experience, a master's with 6 years, or a PhD with 4 years.
• Both levels: 4+ years of additional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Both levels: hold an active DoD Secret clearance or higher when you apply, and be able to obtain extra program access as required.
• Both levels: professional experience writing object-oriented C or C++ on Linux.
• Both levels: professional experience building, integrating or testing software for simulators, ground support equipment, test tools, embedded systems, or closely related real-time or mission-critical applications.
• Preferred: Java software development experience.
• Preferred: experience with DevSecOps practices and tools, such as CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and software delivery workflows.
• Preferred: RTOS or real-time application experience.
• Preferred: simulation development experience.
• Preferred: experience with HWIL, computer-in-the-loop, integration labs, test stands, or mission or flight-critical systems.
• Preferred: Python for scripting, automation or test support.
• Preferred: software integration, troubleshooting, hardware/software interface support or software deployment in lab or classified settings.
• Preferred: collaborating across software, embedded, GNC, systems, test or EE teams in an integration-heavy setting.
• Preferred: leading technical work, guiding less-experienced engineers, or owning work products through integration and delivery.

Conditions

Work is 100% onsite in Chandler, AZ; telecommuting is not possible.

Travel is not required.

The schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off.

Final clearances and program access must be obtained within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, for the job to proceed.

Relocation assistance may be available.

The role can be filled at Level 3 or Level 4.

The application window is estimated at 20 days from the posting date, and may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

Benefits

• Base pay: Level 3 $98,400.00 to $147,600.00; Level 4 $122,800.00 to $184,200.00. These are general guidelines, set by the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, and market conditions.
• Depending on the role, you may be eligible for overtime, shift differential and a discretionary bonus on top of base pay.
• Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and let you share in company results.
• VP and Director roles may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid company holidays, and paid time off for vacation or personal business.