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# Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer

- **Company:** Intuitive Machines
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Embedded Software, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Real Time Systems, Software Verification, Information Technology, Software Coding
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_7eaaeee01

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or related field;Master'sdegree preferred.
 * Minimum 7 years of experience in aerospace and space vehicle software development, with a focus on GN&C sensors and actuators.
 * Proventrack recordof leading software development projects from concept to delivery.
 * Strongproficiencyin programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and experience with embedded software development.
 * Experience with the NASA Core Flight Software Framework
 * Experience with navigation and control sensors (IMU, Star Tracker, Reaction Wheels,etc. )
 * Experience working with GN&C teams andmaintainingreal-time performance with GN&C sensors and algorithms
 * Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software/hardware integration, and avionics systems is highly desirable.
 * Experience with I/O protocols (i.e.RS-232, RS-422,SpaceWire,Canbus, TCP/UDP)
 * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
 * Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.
 * Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Join Our Team: If you are passionate about space exploration and eager to make meaningful contributions to the future of aerospace technology, we invite you to join us at Intuitive Machines. As a Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Take the next step in your career and be part of our journey to the stars.

## Description

Intuitive Machines is seeking a talented and experienced Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer to join our dynamic team. As the Nav I/O Software Lead Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in leading the development and implementation of nav I/O software for our various aerospace projects for our customers.

Responsibilities:

 * Lead Nav I/O Software Development: Lead the design, development, integration, and testing of nav I/O software systems for our fleet
 * Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the nav I/O software engineering team, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and industry regulations. The nav I/O software teamis responsible forensuring that GN&C softwareremainsperformant on a real-time system.
 * Team Leadership: Complete performance reviews, provide feedback to team members throughout the year, and work with team members to define future career goals.
 * Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and define software requirements, considering missionobjectives, system architecture, and performance constraints.
 * Code Development: Oversee the coding and implementation of nav I/O software,utilizinglanguages such as C/C++, Python, and embedded software development tools.
 * Verification & Validation:Establishprocedures and methodologies for software verification and validation, including simulation, testing, and debugging activities.
 * Risk Management:Identifypotential risks and challenges associated with nav I/O software development and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
 * Documentation: Prepare andmaintaincomprehensive documentation, including software requirements specifications, design documents, interface documents. test plans, and technical reports.
 * Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the organization.
 * Workload Management:Participatein bi-weekly software sprint planning with the software project manager and manage resources across multiple projects.