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# Comm Software Lead Engineer

- **Company:** Intuitive Machines
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Software Quality, 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, Software Verification, Information Technology, Software Coding
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/627ead74-58bf-4df3-9ed6-b36171305f1e/comm-software-lead-engineer

## About the Role

Intuitive Machines is seeking an experienced Software Quality and Test Lead to drive quality assurance and verification strategies for flight-critical and mission-critical software systems. This role combines technical leadership, process ownership, and hands-on testing to ensure our software meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and compliance., * 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 comm software.
 * 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 RF Comm and Data Protocols (CCSDS, TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking & Command), AOS, TC/TM)
 * Experience with Software Defined Radios
 * Experience with Encryption
 * 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 Software Quality and Test 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

* Lead Comm Software Development: Lead the design, development, integration, and testing of comm software systems for our fleet
 * Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the comm software engineering team, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and industry regulations.
 * 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 comm 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 comm 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.