Software Engineer III

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

Do you have an eye for detail and enjoy working with amazing products and tools? Join us in championing and protecting explorers and heroes! As a Test Engineer at Sierra Space, you will be using your skills and expertise to simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services. These cover a very wide range from advanced mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space exploration systems. You'll develop complex test plans and procedures for a variety of systems to ensure the verification and validation of all product requirements. You will also be involved with the execution of the tests using top industry tools. As a cross functional engineer, you'll test system and component level new products and develop new test processes throughout the product lifecycle.

About You 
 
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.  

 

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

In this unique role the candidate will combine their knowledge of real-time systems that communicate with a variety of sensors through an embedded data acquisition system.  In addition to a deep understanding of software development, the candidate should be familiar with hardware systems such as: 

• Familiar with Data Acquisition systems and sensor operation such as temperature probes, pressures transducers and valves 

• Familiar with industrial automation concepts 

• Control systems 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related discipline and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience

• Understanding of Computer Aided Engineering tools

• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Embedded C++ 

• Familiarity with Linux Operating System 

• Experience with Visual Studio, using C# for GUI development 

• Development using Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) 

• Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing

• Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements

• Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances

• Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations (i.e. FAA, NASA, DoD)

• Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry

At Sierra Space we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Sierra Space has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about Sierra Space

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps

• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity

• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)

• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials

• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Safety Sensitive Position:

• Responsible for the safety or security of people or property

• Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$95,298.10 - $131,034.90

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates are identified.