Software Engineer - Test & Verification

Join a pioneering team transforming a prototype space ground system into a fully operational, real-time, mission-critical platform. As a Software Engineer - Test & Verification, you will drive the evolution of ground-to-space operations, ensuring robust, scalable, and resilient software systems for space and defense applications. This is a unique opportunity to influence design decisions, lead engineering efforts, and shape the future of mission-critical technology in a collaborative, high-impact environment.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and enhance reference programs for operational rigor and reliability
• Architect real-time, mission-critical ground systems supporting continuous operations
• Design integrated solutions for mission planning, real-time visualization, and system optimization
• Define and implement comprehensive verification strategies for complex ground systems
• Validate software, database, and mission system interactions for seamless integration
• Lead developmental testing through system evolution, ensuring quality at every stage
• Identify and mitigate risks early, influencing key design and technical decisions
• Collaborate closely with systems engineering, mission systems, and CEIT teams to drive project success

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in software engineering for mission-critical or operational environments
• Proven experience transitioning systems from prototype to full-scale operations
• Demonstrated leadership in test and verification for large-scale mission systems
• Deep knowledge of ground systems, space or defense environments, and real-time system design
• Strong background in engineering design and system integration
• Expertise in ground-to-space or space-to-ground interface development
• Willingness and eligibility to work onsite in Albuquerque, NM

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, or JavaScript frameworks such as REACT
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including configuration management and architecture
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and DevSecOps methodologies
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or Azure
• Background in software/hardware emulation for ground or control systems, If you are ready to make an impact and advance your career in mission-critical software engineering, submit your resume today. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Background check and drug screen required., Key ResponsibilitiesRedesign a reference program for operational rigorArchitect a real-time mission-critical ground systemDesign systems that integrate mission planning real-time visualization and continuous operationsDefine verification strategies for a complex ground systemValidate interactions between software components databases and external mission systemsSupport developmental testing as the system evolvesInfluence design decisions by identifying risks early in the processCollaborate with systems engineering Mission Systems and CEIT teamsRequired QualificationsEducation: A Bachelor’s degree or higher is required Experience: This position requires five or more years of related work experience Candidates should have experience transitioning systems from prototype to oper space or defense environments and real-time systems is necessary A background in designing and leading engineering efforts is also required Technical Skills: Candidates must have general ground-to-space or space-to-ground experience and a strong understanding of how to test syst NM is required

Opportunity to shape the next generation of space ground systems from the ground up

• Collaborative, innovative work environment with cross-functional teams
• Career growth potential in a high-impact, mission-driven organization
• Work on cutting-edge technology supporting national and space security initiatives